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Hello Everyone! Construct 3 Tutorial on how to implement an Advanced Lighting / shadow system in your game (credit skymen, link below for tutorial on construct.net which was foundation for this) along with utilizing the Audio Analyzer effect for syncing game objects with the RMS value of your music. Had a ton of fun making this one and also thanks to Potriel (link below to artist page and free do… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bat Hunter Light Show! Advanced Lighting and Audio Construct 3 Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! Tutorial on how to implement dynamic mesh distortion in Construct 3. In this tutorial, I cover how to utilize a bezier curve to make smooth changing platforms. Physics and platformer behaviors paired with the above can be used to make some interesting game play mechanics! --- GAME CONTROLS: Click on game to make sure it is "active" Press 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 to select different platf… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dynamic Mesh Distortion with Bezier Curves - Construct 3 Tutorial.

Tutorial on how to create large top down GTA 2 style cities in Construct 3. Probable Train's city-generator (link below) is used to create large organic looking cities and the resulting svg and png files used to drive the creation of water, roads, parks, and 3D Shape plugin buildings.  Probably Train's city generator: https://probabletrain.itch.io/city-generator --- GAME CONTROLS: Arrow keys to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Procedurally Generate Cities! Construct 3 Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! I have been enjoying creating some video content for YouTube recently and thought I would post a tutorial on how to create a simple combat AI in construct 3 using some state machines, the move to behavior, and distance to create a simple game. Recommend playing in full screen, use arrow keys to move your character and spacebar to attack. I have included the project file with the ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simple Combat AI - Construct 3 Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! I have developed a tutorial on how to automate your game characters using Goal Oriented Action Planning (GOAP) AI. This tutorial uses Construct 3 but the concepts are applicable across game engines. In this tutorial, I cover how to plan out your goals, actions, weights, preconditions, and results and them implement them in the engine with a pseudo code walk through. I encourage you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Automate Characters using GOAP AI - Construct 3 Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! My take on a classic. Give it a play and let me know what your high score ends up being :) I have published a tutorial on how this was made in Construct 3 linked below using free assets, car behavior, mesh distortion, and some physics for fun in less than 50 events. I go through things fairly quickly so please feel free to download the project file below and go through everything … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Water Snake! Game and Construct 3 Tutorial.

NOTE: In general the control should be left hand on WASD / QE and right hand on mouse. CONTROLS: WASD or Arrow keys to move. QE to strafe. Space to jump. F to change between third person and first person. 1, 2, 3 for different attacks in 3rd person. G to switch between bullets and lasers while in first person.  Left click to shoot. (Hold for laser) CAMERA: Third Person: LEFT Mouse hold an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3D Action Platformer Construct 3 Demo!.

Created by Xanderwood: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgavhR3F8gxYBwp2HFtRR0Q Reviewed and edited by FoozleCC: https://www.youtube.com/c/FoozleCC Controls: WASD to move and Space to attack! Survive as long as you can. This game was analyzed in a YouTube video as the first episode of a new series where I peer review project files submitted from the community.  Check out the review video on YouTu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survival Slash! - C3 Project File Peer Review!.

Created by Marlin Marlin itch: https://marlin-media.itch.io/ Marlin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi1pYAxtZVT07HijYND8Dpg Reviewed and edited by FoozleCC: https://www.youtube.com/c/FoozleCC Controls: AD to move, W to jump, space to shoot! Level up your character after collecting mana with E and see how high you can go.  Max level is Level 40. This game was played through and the C3 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Siege - C3 Project File Peer Review!.

Hello Everyone! Tutorial on how to utilize the prediction of the intercept point of two moving objects to improve enemy movement in your games! By predicting where your player is going, your enemy movement schemes / AI can improve and raise the quality / look and feel of your games. --- GAME CONTROLS: Arrow Keys to move player around.  Check the Intercept Box to demonstrate the better enemy movem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intercept Moving Objects! Smarter Enemy Movement Tutorial.

Created by Spacespy Spacespy itch: https://spacespy64.itch.io/ Spacespy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJBMr8Ag6Fdzx9n7K4UpnLw Reviewed and edited by FoozleCC: https://www.youtube.com/c/FoozleCC Controls: WASD / arrow keys to move!  3 levels and a boss fight to win This game was played through and the C3 project file reviewed in a YouTube video as the 2nd episode of a series where I pe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lab Escape! - C3 Project File Peer Review!.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

74% User Score Based on 169 reviews

BossConstructor is a game about building and flying your own spaceship!Building your Ship. The core feature of the game is its ship editor which allows you to freely assemble your own spaceships using a vast variety of modules (currently more than 60). The way you build your ships determines how they behave and what they are capable of doing. Since every module costs money, weight and energy, desi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BossConstructor.

UFO ODDBALL! Controls: WASD to moveLeft Click to ShootHOLD space bar to carry the UFO when you are close Objective Hold UFO using spacebar (hold it down!) as long as possibleFirst to 100 seconds or most points at end of round wins. --- This was created in order to better learn the Construct 3 built in multiplayer plugin.  I have created a tutorial that goes along with it for Construct 3 users and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UFO Oddball! Multiplayer Construct 3 Game + Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! Tutorial on how to implement an impact wave effect using mesh distortion in Construct 3. I cover how to utilize helper sprites and some wave equations to make your platforms mimic an impact wave propagating outward. Physics and platformer effects still work with a reasonable amount of mesh points defined and can make for some awesome visuals / mechanics! --- GAME CONTROLS: Tap t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Impact Wave Effect with Mesh Distortion - Construct 3 Tutorial.

Hello Everyone! Tutorial covering A* Pathfinding on an undirected graph.  See the YouTube video below for a walk through on the topic as well as a code review on an implementation in Construct 3.  The project file can be downloaded below.  This type of movement is useful when you want to constrain the pathfinding to a set of points within our game. --- GAME/DEMO CONTROLS: Enter the target number… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A* Pathfinding on Undirected Graph Tutorial.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

68% User Score Based on 359 reviews

RPG World – THE Action RPG Maker! Unleash your imagination with RPG World and create, share and play amazing 3D games with our growing community. Claim glory and treasure as you conquer magical worlds, alone or as a team. No coding required! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG World - Action RPG Maker.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

50% User Score Based on 36 reviews

In Defendoooooor!!!, it's your job to fight an alien invasion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defendoooooor!!.

WAD to move, Space to slam hammer, click and hold to fly (must start from ground).  Proceed through the door for the Round 2 addition of the hammer slam mini game! ROUND 2 Update: For Round 2, I decided to add a "test your strength" toy to compliment the void knight.  I decided I wanted to make more use of his hammer slam / flying and made an infinite scroller tower for him to fly up, dodging dang… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Knight - GDKO Round 2.

CONTROLS! WASD to move. SPACE to jump. J K or L for 3 different attacks. I and M to change polar angle. Y and H to zoom in and out (radial distance) This game was created to demonstrate how to make a 3rd person orbital camera inside of Construct 3 for a platformer.  Check out the tutorial video on YouTube and let me know what you think! Consider subscribing or supporting my on Patreon if you e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3rd Person Camera! C3 Platformer Tutorial.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Abettor is a top-down shooter where enemies constantly spawn all around you. In this game, not only does the world generate around you, but the enemies do as well. Kill as many enemies and achieve your highest score. How many can you kill in Abettor? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abettor.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

73% User Score Based on 1,517 reviews

Welcome to GameGuru Classic, game making for everyone. We've created an easy to use and most enjoyable game creator. Join us and our great and enthusiastic game-making community on your journey to make fun games! Imagine creating a world that you and your friends come together and play... and creating it can be a matter of minutes with no technical jiggery-pokery needed at all :-) Of course, you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GameGuru Classic.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

88% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Star Shift Origins tells the story of the first Crew of the Dauntless. Trapped in an alternate reality and on the run, the crew desperately searches for answers while being hunted by the relentless Earth Systems Alliance (ESA). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Shift Origins.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

91% User Score Based on 170 reviews

A Solar Flare is coming. Deploy drones to backup the internet. Download data, sell data, buy more drones, back up the rest of the internet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BACK OF SPACE.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 153 reviews

An art driven souls-lite game set in the rebirth of your home planet. Return home, explore the mutated landscapes, slash, roll, and shoot your way through enemies. Find parts to repair your ship and collect resources. Purchase items and equipment from merchants to fight ancient bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Return.

Manage up to 147 gangsters (126 gangsters in combat at one time), each with different statistics. Use your custom deck to take the City, defeat the enemy gang to claim victory over the city. Use cars/motorbikes and scooters to complete missions against the enemy gang. Everything gangster related will be in this game! After release I have plans to release some free updates... -----World E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Am Gangster.

DILEMMA OF A CANDLE: HAVE you ever thought about how HARD life must be for a candle? For its entire life, we—candles—lie in the darkness of your old toolbox, waiting for a SINGLE MOMENT for which we were born — to light up and quickly burn down. Sounds depressing? But not all candles are ready to accept this horrific fate, at least I'm NOT! You can call me Shine and I'm a candle. Please, help me t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Time To Shine.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story

57% User Score Based on 322 reviews

Heavenworld is an open world adventure game mixing role playing, survival and management with NPC survivors. Each game is unique and managed by a game master who influences events. A powerful map editor is also available. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heavenworld.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

64% User Score Based on 386 reviews

Pixel Game Maker MV – the latest entry in the Maker series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Game Maker MV.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

69% User Score Based on 192 reviews

This is a platform game that challenges you with puzzles, upgrades and action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enigmoon.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

54% User Score Based on 122 reviews

NIGHTSIDE is a sci-fi base building real time strategy game set on the dark side of an unknown planet where the valuable "green ice" resource can be found. Follow Adam, a human explorer, as he discovers the secrets of this dark world through a story-driven single player campaign, battle online against other players or team up against AI opponents or practice solo against a challenging AI. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightside.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

42% User Score Based on 601 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Darkout is a sandbox action-game with survival and strategy components. You are the only survivor after your escape pod crashes on a strange planet. The environment is full of mysterious and hostile shadow creatures, and the only way to survive will be to gather resources used to craft and researching new weapons and technologies.The world is sunk in permanent darkness and the shadow creatures sur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkout.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

What can be better among the stars than the torn faces of the occupiers? Relieve your stress in hurricane action — plunge into deep space and destroy ugly monsters, which the most famous faces of Russian fascism have turned to. Putinist Slayer is an avant-garde game project from Ukraine that illuminates the criminal essence of rashism and its ideologues through the prism of interactive art. Unde… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Putinist Slayer.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

53% User Score Based on 76 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Epsilon is a hybrid stealth-action near-future tactical shooter where pre-planning and commanding your squad is essential for survival. Through high intensity kinetic operations, Epsilon is the unit tasked by Unipol to counter Eastern European militias engaged in human trafficking. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epsilon.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:stability, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

90% User Score Based on 91 reviews

SHMUP Creator allows you to create and build your own shoot 'em up. This tool is easy to use and powerful enough for more experienced users. Thanks to the included assets you can start right away to have fun! Test your game anytime with the simple press of a button Create 2D and 3D games Vertical, horizontal, or multi-directional levels Free assets included: 3D models, sprites, sounds, m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHMUP Creator.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization

65% User Score Based on 23 reviews

CopperCube is a full-featured 3D game engine. No programming needed! Create 3D games, apps and even 3D websites quickly. Includes terrain editor, low poly modelling tools, 3D models, precreated game AI, effects and more. There are also plenty of features for advanced users, like JavaScript scripting and shader support. Create your own 3D worlds and 3D models, set camera controllers, materials, be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CopperCube 5 Game Engine.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

58% User Score Based on 91 reviews

Become a survival scientist in a savage post-apocalyptic world where aliens have the control of the world and they have spread a virus that transform people into zombies. Find a cure, manage your shelter and fight to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion 2037.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

79% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Space Drifters 2D, is a top down space shooter with Newtonian physics style movement. Made in the Unity engine with graphics and controls reminiscent of Asteroids with the added benefit of a local co-op and multiple versus modes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Drifters 2D.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

64% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MegaSphere.

Trench Fever combines the simplistic and fast-paced nature of 90's Boomer Shooters with the historical backdrop of the First World War. Race through the muddy maze of trenches while dodging enemy fire, hurdling over barbed wire and trudging though gas clouds. You have limited ammo and are surrounded by German soldiers and swarming trench rats, the odds of survival aren't in your favor. Nevertheles… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trench Fever.

            Description Making a polished 2D platformer in Unity can take weeks of setup and debugging before you even start designing levels. The 2D Platformer Pro Kit was built to change that. It gives you a complete, production-ready foundation so you can spend less time fighting code and more time creating your game. This bundle combines all our premium 2D assets into one cohesive packag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unity 2D Platformer Kit – Complete Game Template.

I've come a long way since Fun1... Time to reflect that! Here is the link to Fun1, for comparison: https://mysteriousdeveloper.itch.io/fun-1 Regardless, Fun2 is, to quote one of its NEW characters, "much, much better" than Fun1. Here are its features: 1. 2 Maps(Twice as many as Fun1!) 2. 5 Types of Enemies(+1 type which is less common), already more than Fun1! 3. 4 Kinds of Weapons(1 of them parti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fun 2.

28%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

44% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Terracosmic is a game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terracosmic.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

92% User Score Based on 1,060 reviews

What happened last night? Dive into your memories to unravel the mystery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Memories.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

73% User Score Based on 63 reviews

Michael ^ Late at night you enter their world. You will inhabit a girl named Abby and influence the world around her. Accompanied by her brother Michael you will traverse unfamiliar places, character conflicts, and story affecting decision making. You have the power to help the world or let it rot. Careful your presence has caught the attention of something sinister... Many indie RPGs cl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Away From Home.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Goldfish is a funny metroidvania set on a pirate island where all the characters are sea animals. In this delirious metroidvania you will play the role of an alcoholic goldfish in search of the Holy Grail, a legendary bottle of rum that is said to confer immortality. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3462330/Goldfish/ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goldfish.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

95% User Score Based on 133 reviews

Welcome to Breakpoint, a twin-stick slasher that provides all the hectic action of a bullet hell with the crunchy satisfaction of melee combat. Unlike other twin stick games, there are zero ranged attacks in Breakpoint. You have to control the battlefield with a variety of physical attacks. Slice, smash, and crush your way through waves of enemies to defeat the swarm. Move and groove your way thro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breakpoint.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story

65% User Score Based on 202 reviews

Explore a world in ruins, scavenge resources, craft weaponry & equipment and fight for every inch of terrain. Set up and defend your outposts & blow up your enemies' bases. Unlock crafting recipes, skills, and skins. Let the best team tactics win! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNITED 1944.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

62% User Score Based on 166 reviews

A cross-platform, cooperative, multiplayer, zombie death-fest. Slaughter your way through many different maps, game modes and enemies - With tons of weapons and customization options! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Grinder.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

70% User Score Based on 50 reviews

UPDATE August 9 2025 6:30 PM Pacific: Today's update brings 5 new AI Illuminati to the game, and up to 4 human players. Tune in tomorrow for more! ___ Battle for world domination in this darkly satirical, turn-based strategy game—based on the beautifully balanced deck-builder from Steve Jackson Games. Play against up to 3 AIs, or dial up the full experience in a 4-player cross-platform game! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ILLUMINATI.

34%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

34% User Score Based on 204 reviews

Zombie Playground is Goonies meets Attack the Block meets The Walking Dead. The mood we want to capture in Zombie Playground is the feeling that you had as a child when you were completely immersed in your imagination fighting monsters and doing things you thought were cool from your favorite movies, comics, and video games. Stealth Studios Inc., in collaboration with Abyssal Arts LLC and Titut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Playground.