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Games like They came from darkness!

Games like They came from darkness!

Looking for games like They came from darkness!? Here are top real-time strategy recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tortuga City, Bunny Bunker or Deep Dark Forest.

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  1. Welcome to "Tortuga City," a dark and futuristic metropolis where you and your turtle friends fight against the overwhelming force of the police. As the strategic leader of the group, you must fortify yourselves against the incoming troops and find a way out of the situation to survive. Develop various strategies to train soldiers, build defensive structures, and wisely utilize your reso… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tortuga City.

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  2. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    This is a game in Development, and we are looking for as much feedback as we can!  The webpage will improve in the future, but right now, you should download the game can give us your feedback.  Give feedback on Discord  Give feedback on Itch community  The Game Build a colony, build a rocket, survive the nights and then, leave the planet.  This is a strategy game where you help the bun… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bunny Bunker.

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  3. *The game is still under development, the English localization is not completely ready, there may be some translation errors and untranslated texts in the demo, we will update it as soon as possible! As an RTS strategy game, Deep Dark Forest includes elements of exploration and expansion, combat, construction, technology development, and management. But the gameplay design inspired by the &quo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Dark Forest.

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  4. Your colonies on Thukothea are under attack! Prepare your defenses building drone towers to destroy all the enemies. Key Features: 6 level campaign mode (with hard mode) across Thukothea and its Moon6 different towers/drones with 4 upgrades5 usable skills in real time20 unlockable upgradesHighscore for every level, try to be the best player[/list] If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thukothea Defender.

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  5. This game is a submission for VimJam3, Thank you for playing! *Warning* low poly gore.  For best gameplay and graphics play the native downloads Godot had some performance issues in its web build so the web build does not have any particle effects and has a few odd visual glitches from switching out the rendering methods. The Game's Story You died and were accidentally sent to hell. Opps! Luckily … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stick it to Heaven.

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  6. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    66% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    Beneath the Mountain is a dwarven city-builder and real-time-strategy game. Mine your way into the mountain, discover gold and silver, construct buildings, recruit an army, build traps, and defeat the vile creatures that lurk in the dark caves of the mountain. Most importantly, find the heart of the mountain before the orcs destroy your kingdom. Beneath the Mountain is a top-down, isometric, 3D … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beneath the Mountain.

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  7. Face the end in a high-intensity cinematic sci-fi shooter. Engage a colossal threat, rescue civilians, and survive relentless enemy waves in a city collapsing under the weight of the unknown. Your squad is the last line between humanity and total annihilation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incident X.

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  8. 57%Game Brain Score
    57% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    1981, man has fallen. As the day sets, the dead shall rise! #retro #horror #shooter #action #zombie #stealth #cinematic #singleplayer #scifi #survival #arcade If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Day of the Rising Dead.

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  9. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

     Fight monsters in fast, stylish turn based action while exploring a vast open space in this vile and shameless mashup of some games from 2017 I'm pretty sure that no one has ever heard of. Submission for Glinny's Cauldron Jam. Uses the following from the list of potential ingredients (Glinny's recipe): - You have a 1% chance to not be able to double jump.- Spells that inflict status effects virt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paragon 2.

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  10. Towering Competition:After some very unlikely course of events happened (it's not like there would be spoilers, there just isn't in-depth lore yet), the world became a barren wasteland (save for a few big cities where most of the population now lives). The entertainment industry was at its all-time low, that was until Towering Competition became a thing. The idea is simple: select two commanders (… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Towering Competition.

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  11. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    64% User Score Based on 862 reviews

    Discover and mine resources for construction, light your way in the dark, explore and expand into your surroundings to advance your research. Capture the diverse, highly-adapted flora and fauna of the deep, but beware: the darkness hides unexpected horrors, with only the light keeping them at bay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Surviving the Abyss.

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  12. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 258 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 3 reviews

    Sneak into enemy bases, rescue hostages, hack computers and play your own way while you uncover a conspiracy to unearth unspeakable horrors. Stick to the shadows and stop an ancient curse in this mission-based stealth adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Sun To Worship.

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  13. View Game
    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    97% User Score Based on 2,283 reviews

    Dystopika is a small city-builder inspired by cyberpunk and the wanderlust of cities that never sleep. Place buildings, giant billboards, and towering holograms, working in harmony with procedural generation for landscape, traffic, and lights to create your own future metropolis rich with vibes and ambience. Escape to your own little dystopian dreams (or nightmares). No goals, no objectives, no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dystopika.

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  14. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    68% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    Inspired by the World War Z novel from Max Brooks, Z-Collapse takes you on a global zombie apocalypse. As the head of the government of your choice, make sure that your country survives! Dramatic decisions await you. How will you handle them? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Z-Collapse.

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  15. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 989 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 9 reviews

    Timelie is a stealth puzzle adventure, where you control time like a media player. Perceive future events to plan your escape strategy from the past, sneak an enemy, and manipulate time through this companionship journey of a mysterious cat and a little girl with a precognitive power. Timelie: Game of the Year Edition includes: - a copy of the base game - a copy of the Hell Loop DLC If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timelie.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    76% User Score Based on 100 reviews
    Critic Score 45%Based on 4 reviews

    Starport Delta is a space station builder where players must balance resources, station maintenance and resident requirements. Juggle the needs of your population against expanding and dealing with whatever space throws your way... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starport Delta.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Are you Human? The sun's temperature has drastically increased due to the massive destruction of nature. People are panicking because they feel burning all over their skin when exposed to sunlight, and some have even died from dehydration. People are choosing to stay indoors and spend more time at night, but that's not the only problem.  There's another issue: the emergence of what we call "Ski… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Are you Human?.

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  18. 20%Game Brain Score
    20% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    NOTE: The Web build should work ok, but if you having any issues then please use the downloadable version instead. Godot 4 has some issues with web builds at the moment.PizzaDoggy Horror Jam #1 Title: J.G. - Jam Game Where am I? How did I get here? Every repeated corridor has the same eyesore wallpaper. It never ends! At least one Theme and one Diversifier must be used, and  as it may spoil t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to J.G. - Jam Game.

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  19. MADE FOR GAME JAM PLUS + Category: Sprite & Sphere THE UNIVERSE IS IN RUINS... A cosmic catastrophe has destroyed once-prosperous planets, leaving them in ruins. Now, as the Galactic Architect, your mission is to travel across different star systems, restore ecosystems, rebuild cities, and revive civilizations. But this won't be an easy task: each planet presents new challenges, from hostile … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terraform Nexus.

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  20. The game "GRIMSIDE" - Open World, Story driven psychological horror from the Third Person Perspective. The soundtrack immerses you in the madness that the main character could experience WARNING: Epileptic seizures associated with increased sensitivity to light are Possible. Some people may experience seizures when exposed to flashes of light and flashing images that appear in a video game. People… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GRIMSIDE.

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  21. Armor Clash VR is an RTS game of modern warfare. In the virtual reality environment, you can build a base, command units above the sky. You will find it is also fun to play an RTS game in VR. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armor Clash VR.

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  22. View Game
    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Diluted is a narrative-driven 3D side-scrolling puzzle and adventure game where players explore dark environments, solve environmental challenges, and uncover a story centered around fear, control, and nightmares.  Players control Archie, a young orphan cursed with a living nightmare entity named Azell. Throughout the game, players navigate interconnected areas, avoid environmental hazards, and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diluted.

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  23. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    76% User Score Based on 113 reviews

    Travel to the Holy Land with the First Crusades. Rise from a humble knight to the founding father of a world-spanning holy order. Lead through war, faith, diplomacy, and cunning schemes. Experience a unique blend of RTS, city-building, and sandbox gameplay, and shape history! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights of the Crusades.

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  24. Enter the world of HUGE waves of enemies and dynamic battles! To protect yourself, you will strategically build powerful defenses, including turrets and various structures. These essential tools can be unlocked by leveling up or collecting resources scattered throughout the map. Choose from an arsenal of unique weapons, each designed with special abilities and tailored to different strategies. Bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart Keeper.

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  25. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 144 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 13 reviews

    Dry Drowning is a psychological investigative visual novel set in a futuristic dystopian city. Follow the story of Mordred Foley, an unscrupulous private detective haunted by his dark past, and look into a series of macabre serial killings inspired by Greek mythology. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dry Drowning.

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  26. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    60% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    S.R.R.D. is a hybrid of Strategy Railroad Logistics, with resource gathering, base building, and tower defense mechanics.The Initial game released as an episode #1A DEMO mission of the game can be found on the page for Steel Republic please go to the SRRD home page link.Save the Steel Republic: Play through a single-player Campaign of six mission game levels, with three levels of enemy bot diffic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Republic Rail Defender.

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  27. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    60% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Night is Coming is a survival building simulation set within the unforgiving cold of the Carpathian mountains. Build your settlement, nurture and protect your people - prepare for impending Darkness. Will everyone survive? Will evil displace your homestead? Will a Hero emerge? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night is Coming.

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  28. View Game
    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    99% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Join Our Discord About the GameFeatures: · Simplified RTS + Tribute to Classics · Deep Strategy and Independent Controls · Unique Boss Fights ❤️Local Co-op As a die-hard RTS fan, I know the complex controls can be daunting for some players. That's why I aimed to create an RTS game that's easy to control yet rich in strategy and action. Here, you control just one mech. It can walk, shoo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontline Crisis.

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  29. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 300 reviews

    Play through the three levels in Kevin's Room and defend your room against your old toys. Face Memphis-X in the final level and put a stop to his assault as he crushes your soldiers in an attempt to get to your base. You received new toys from your family. Isn't that lovely? Oh, it's for sure... Your old toys, though, aren't getting along as well. They are no longer cared for and have be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toy Shire: Room One.

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  30. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    You are a lone soul who awakes in a hostile and sorrowful world. As you explore, you will discover landmarks enveloped in flesh, abominable creatures who will seek you out, and fragments of your past. Your journey will be wrought with conflict, but it is up to you to overcome and unravel the mysteries of this world. If you're interested in playing the final game, wishlist the game on Steam: ht… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Forgotten.

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  31. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    88% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Do you like prologue? Wishlist full game About the Game Shoot, destroy, collect, craft and destroy even more! "Dark Gravity" is a fast-paced, low poly vertical shoot'em up game that features non-linear campaign mode with lots of enemies and bosses. Craft new weapons, upgrade your fighter and build an ultimate aerial war machine! After the fifth world war, there was peace in the worl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Gravity: Prologue.

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  32. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 362 reviews

    Jisatsu | 自撮 is a Japanese found footage mockumentary horror game. Removed VHS filter and Headbob for a better experience. Supporter content can be turned on and off on the title screen. Key Features: Immersive experience: An atmospheric, believable environment intensifies the horror experience. Psychological horror: The game will drive you insane. Japanese Theme: Environment art inspired by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [Chilla's Art] Jisatsu | 自撮.

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  33. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 301 reviews

    Black Forest is a single-player, real-time strategy city builder like no other. Where other games focus on expansion and development, Black Forest is all about defending what's yours. Strategically assign villagers, gather resources, reinforce defenses, and above all, maintain the delicate balance until the king's knights arrive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Forest.

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  34. View Game
    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 5,048 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

    You play the role of a military commander hidden deep within an underground bunker. Your mission - to successfully exterminate your enemy's civilian population whilst disabling their ability to attack your own. Start by launching your battleships, submarines, and bombers in order to decimate your opponent's defences. Scramble together your alliances, but remember only one can stand victorious. Pre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEFCON.

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  35. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    65% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    A short, first-person, survival game. Find your way through a hostile urban environment, avoid getting killed by authorities and prepare for anything, even corpses coming back to life! You probably should have stayed home, but it's too late for that... Key features: Die and retry mechanics A 20-30 minute experience that can be completed in one sitting A rich (but dangerous!), detailed environment… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breaking Lockdown.

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  36. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 567 reviews

    Imagine Earth is a real-time simulation game. Whole planets become your playground and keep the excitement going with strategy and puzzle element. Build up huge civilizations and deal with the self-inflicted climate change. It all depends on your individual development plans and growth management abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imagine Earth.

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  37. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Design Any Number of Units & Buildings with PrecisionBlazing Performance with No Unit Caps or World BordersWant to play in Virtual Reality? Go for it! Adapt or Perish provides a freshly unique single-player experience. Read the FAQ for more information in the discussion boards! Yes, there is building bases, ordering units & explosions -- but you get to do so much more, like change units &… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adapt or Perish.

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  38. View Game
    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    66% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Sentinel is an interactive audio tower defense game. It mixes strategic game play with a dynamic music system. The game takes place on a sequencer-like grid. As you add defenses, collect resources and destroy enemies, musical elements are triggered in time to the music. Fight through 31 levels to clear the virus from the system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sentinel.

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  39. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 1,748 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 5 reviews

    Anomaly Warzone Earth is an extraordinary mixture of action and strategy in a reversed tower defense formula. The game tasks you with saving a near-future Earth from an alien onslaught. The invaders have captured several of the world’s major cities, building huge turrets that destroy everything in their path. It’s up to you to lead an armor squad through the streets of cities like Baghdad and Toky… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anomaly: Warzone Earth.

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  40. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    86% User Score Based on 726 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    Tales of the Neon Sea is a retro-styled pixel-art adventure, developed by Palm Pioneer and published by Zodiac Interactive. [Media 2154696] Set in a fully realized cyberpunk cityscape where... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of the Neon Sea.

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  41. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    73% User Score Based on 44 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Non-stop galactic action awaits you in this arcade style tower defense game. Manage the defenses of the TSF Freedom Strike – humanity’s last hope against the hordes of invading alien spaceships. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinium Strike.

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  42. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 183 reviews

    Build your base. Construct towers, traps, mechs, and other defenses. Command your units in battle. Can you survive the enemy onslaught? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colony Siege.

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  43. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 167 reviews

    'Understanding, the game' it's a suspense/investigation horror indie game inspired in classic horror games! Full Game coming as soon we can! Help us grow the game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Understanding, The Game.

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  44. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 532 reviews

    Death Crown is a minimalist real time strategy game in a 1bit style, where you will be play Death herself, commanding her legions of death, and punishing humanity's Kingdom for its overconfidence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Crown.

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  45. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    61% User Score Based on 190 reviews

    ‘Alien Marauder’ is a real-time strategy game with survival and confrontation theme.In this game, you will be the leader to a treacherous alien planet, get all kinds of supplies to build your outpost, and deploy troops to resist the incoming vexans strategically! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Marauder.

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  46. View Game
    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    63% User Score Based on 96 reviews

    When you start up as a toilet cleaner, you will need to make sure that your SEED CAPITAL of 500,000 euros is wisely invested. Therefore, you purchase your first allotment and equip it with only what is absolutely necessary: basic model toilets and paper...But that's just the beginning; with competitors that never sleep and the escalating tastes of your customers, you will need INNOVATIONS to incre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toilet Tycoon.

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  47. View Game
    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, monetization
    82% User Score Based on 178 reviews

    Stalingrad is a stand-alone real-time tactics game for the PC developed by Russian company DTF Games. The game features two campaigns based around the events in southern Russia between summer 1942 and early 1943. The game has two playable modes, first one is by default the RKKA (Workers' and Peasants' Red Army) campaign which follows the Red Army's progress as it liberated Stalingrad and destroyed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stalingrad.

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  48. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    69% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Join us on Discord! About the GameJoin the United Coalition Force and defeat insurgent forces attempting to overrun and destroy your defenses. Build and repair a wide array of Turret Structures ranging from high velocity Smoothbore Cannons to Howitzers firing 155mm air burst shells. Use Hesco Walls to provide perimeter protection. Forward Defense combines turn-based gameplay with the look and fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forward Defense.

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  49. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    82% User Score Based on 251 reviews

    Scan the environment to see. Try and escape The Voidness, but you are not alone... The Voidness is a SCI-FI psychological horror game where it takes place in the void filled with just gloom and darkness, with your only ability to see is by scanning the map with your range finder device. Roam freely, scan, mark, explore and try unravel the story - however you are not alone. Something is also lur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Voidness - Lidar Horror Survival Game.

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  50. View Game
    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    67% User Score Based on 263 reviews
    Critic Score 61%Based on 9 reviews

    Monochroma is a cinematic puzzle platformer. It’s a game about being a kid, growing up with a little brother that needs your help, facing obstacles and solving unique puzzles in a dystopian 1950's setting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monochroma.

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