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⚠ CONTAINMENT FAILURE IMMINENT A Tactical Sci-Fi Horde Survival Roguelike where every strategic choice matters. Suppress a rapidly evolving biological outbreak consuming a fallen military research complex. Fight alongside HELIOS, a damaged tactical AI whose forecasts grow less reliable with every passing Dawn. Deploy orbital defenses, fuse experimental technologies, engineer devastating weapon b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Breach.

Face a deluge of monsters in this incremental horde survivor FPS. Build your Bastion, level up your character, and upgrade your arsenal to rise from Apprentice Bell Ringer to Master Dragon Hunter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guns 'n Goblins.

A new and simple boomer shooter. 2.5 retro FPS like Wolfstein 3D and Doom!Futuristic Wolfenstein 3d inspired first person shooter. Controls: WASD to move character Right Mouse Button to shoot ESC to pauseShift to sprint1 - 3 to swap between weapons. This project is on pre-alpha, and is being active developed. Currently, basic mechanics and systems ware being worked. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nexus Overdrive.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

93% User Score Based on 45 reviews

Swing baseball bats, fire hockey pucks, launch bowling balls and drive exploding golf shots straight into a parade of monsters from classic 1950s creature features. Collect upgrades, customize your loadout, chain skill shots, and fight your way back home in this fast-paced retro action shooter set in 50’s America. Step through a mysterious cinema portal and emerge in a bizarre monster-infested d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPORTAL.

Lone Tower is a roguelite survivor where every run lets you turn a single Tower into a completely broken monstrosity. Level up and choose perks, building synergies until your arrows, upgrades, and stats are unstoppable! This isn't a traditional Tower Defense game, each decision will make or break your run and learning how to handle different types of enemies is key to success! Push de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Tower.

Grab a gun and get blasting - these zombies are as vicious as they are silly. It's the apocalypse again! You may very well be the last person on Earth! Grab your gun and get blasting - these zombies are as vicious as they are silly. Survive day to day, upgrade your arsenal and supercharge your powerups to wreak havoc on the horde of dead meat shambling in your neighbourhood. KEY FEATURES - Actio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Z Meat.

Steel Judgment is an ultra-fast roguelike movement FPS full of wacky combos and weapons that combines the expressive combat of a spectacle fighter with the unhinged chaos of a roguelike. Wipe out hordes of enemies with a diverse moveset and arsenal while collecting powerful items with unique effects. You are an advanced combat shell named Orpheus on a mission to hunt down the tyrant behind the in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Judgment.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

74% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Gunswitch is a game that yearns for more! Thousands of monsters, ten thousands of bullets on-screen! Action packed with blood and explosions, mixed with the weight of realistic movement to capture the thrill of a fluidly approaching horde, skittering and slumbering in to get you. Steel yourselves for carnage! Steel won’t bleed, but cut through flesh. Fight through massive armies, not only strong … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunswitch.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

96% User Score Based on 92 reviews

‘Oh, Bugger!’ is a first-person shooter set in a luxury space hotel overrun by alien hordes. As a professional alien exterminator, pilot your mech to blast aliens and destroy their eggs, ending the infestation for good! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oh, Bugger!.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Shatter genre boundaries in this sci-fi survival Roguelite blending bullet-hell action and base-building RTS. Dodge and unleash screen-clearing firepower against alien hordes, while constructing fortresses and real-time automated defenses to crush your enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Lords.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

64% User Score Based on 1,473 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 20 reviews

Explore a vast universe in this roguelike, ship building, FPS Genesis Alpha One mixes thrilling roguelike mechanics with a deep ship builder and fast first-person action, putting you in the role of an interstellar pioneer. As the Captain of a Genesis starship, you journey into uncharted space on the ultimate mission. Build and manage a space vessel, farm resources, deal with terrifying alien infes… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Genesis Alpha One.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Defend against the alien invasion and take down the mother ship! Utilise branching upgrade trees, unlock new ships, and equip permanent upgrades to create your own unique build and defeat the growing hordes of invaders in this sci-fi action roguelike! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Mercenary Defense Force.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization

82% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Psionic Awake is a Roguelike game . Collect resources during the day and defend against monsters at night. It emphasizes any combination of weapons, talents, treasures and partners. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psionic Awake.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

You are the only male survivor in this universe. A fast-paced RTS featuring galactic conquest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Millennium Conflict.

A fast paced bullet heaven FPS played with just the mouse where your speed is your fire rate.As a member of the Hypervibers you will complete missions for the Hypervibers fighting against inhuman hordes in the Dronelord's Domain to ultimately take down the Dronelord. Accelerate, glide and surf across procedurally generated zones. Ramp off of the terrain to fly through the air raining down bullets… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dronelord Hyperviber.

BeastBreak is a fast-paced survival shooter where every encounter pushes your reflexes and decision-making to the limit. Face aggressive monsters, dangerous elite enemies, and powerful bosses across multiple game modes. Each battle demands movement, accuracy, and smart weapon choices as the challenge escalates and the battlefield grows more dangerous. Unlock new weapons, experiment with differen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BeastBreak: Monster Horde Shooter.

Command. Survive. Evolve.You are the last Biocore Pilot — a survivor stranded on a dying alien world. Your only hope lies within the Biocore system, an ancient technology capable of creating life, weapons, and power beyond human understanding. But every pulse of energy draws swarms of hostile creatures closer. Survive long enough to rebuild, upgrade, and uncover what remains of humanity’s final ou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Remnants.

1985. An Alternate Universe. A Forgotten World Calls for Help. The International Space Agency (ISA) has just intercepted a desperate, system-wide distress signal from the long-isolated inhabitants of Pluto. In a race against time, the nearby vessel Empress of Discovery is dispatched to respond…but moments after making orbit, the ship’s final transmission crackles through the void: a garbled, stat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swarm Hunter.

About The project is inspired by Risk of Rain, Gunfire Reborn and The Binding of Isaac. Our team tried to take the best of these games and make a roguelike that would suit us and other fans of the genre. Creating a strong build, finding and unlocking new weapon parts, power-up modules, abilities. Each weapon is unique and procedurally assembled. Character modifiers allow you to create a build spec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell Over Me.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

The flagship title from Awkward Wolf Studios! Suit Up is an exciting combination of RPG, rogue-like and twin stick shooters! Immersive yourself into fun filled combat and explore handcrafted interactive environments set in a Sci-Fi futuristic universe! BATTLE THE CRAWLER INVASION! The planet is under attack! “Crawlers” ™ have begun a galactic invasion and have opened up strange portals … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suit Up.

26%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

50% User Score Based on 2 reviews

Space Strider is a 2D Sidescroller Shoot 'em up with Roguelite elements, where you beat hordes of enemies and defeat unique bosses. Unlock, upgrade and level up your Spaceships to become the ultimate Space Strider!Introduction In an unknown galaxy in the distant future, many hostile creatures and renegade factions have controlled and steadily expanded their sphere of influence over the past few ce… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Strider.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Cy is a retro arcade roguelite bullet heaven that's sure the get the dopamine flowing. Face off against waves of terrifying enemies with mighty psionic (mind) powers. Stack infinite powerups and customize Cy as you see fit. A post-apocalyptic thrill ride. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cy: Cyberpunk Survivors.

Embrace the power of your adaptable fighter, the lone survivor of your once-mighty fleet. In the midst of a relentless pursuit by a shadowy adversary, you'll feed off the energy of vanquished enemy vessels, desperately fighting to escape the ominous clutches of an enigmatic nemesis who hungers for dominion over not just your technology but your very flesh. Conquer formidable boss battles while y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empyrean Swarm.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Survive enemies attack as long as possible in the world of Echo Storm! Use possibility to combine characters, weapons and abilities to become more powerful. Death resets the progress, but the longer you survive, the more abilities your character gets. Onslaught of enemies is growing too and the intensity of the battle is increasing. Find best abilities combination and try to destroy all enemies! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echo Storm.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

79% User Score Based on 28 reviews

In 2593, the Russian Federation united all the planets of the solar system and nearby galaxies, discovering new worlds. The colonization of several hundred planets was only the beginning of a grandiose process. Based on the principles of interplanetary solidarity, the Union of Colonies was named the RFUP (Russian Federation of United Planets). Thanks to the unique technologies developed on the b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Try to survive Today.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

In ASTROSWARM, fight as a lone astronaut against an incoming swarm of zombified astronauts. Travel from planet to planet to find the source of this blight! Build a variety of different turrets to stave on the unrelenting waves of enemies. Protect your module from attackers or face certain death. Defeat enemies to level up and gain game-changing power-ups and weapons. Find synergies that wil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTROSWARM.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

93% User Score Based on 1,827 reviews

You are trapped in an endless sequence by the all-seeing, hostile AI. You are its prisoner - forced to fight, die, and repeat. The machines think you'll never escape. The system is designed to keep you here. B̷̫̬̗̈́Ȕ̸̲̾̕T̸̛̮͌̀ ̴̢͕̊͋̚ͅ ̵̠̪͙̥̄ ̸̡̼̦̬̎ ̸̣̟̺̘̀͛ ̶̛͚͔͍̍̀Ẽ̷̥͉͑̈S̷͓̑C̵̰͍̬̆̔͐A̷̡̓̀̌P̸̺͇̰͐̊͜E̷͕̼̘͇̾ ̴͚̻͎͙͋̿̂̾ ̷̡̲̗̅̋̇͘ ̸̝̖̗̀̀͒̈ ̸̛̲͌̋I̸̢̟̠̓̃ͅS̷͈͋̇̕ ̴̳̺͋̍̊̿ ̵̲̩̾ ̶̧̙̯̓͑̏ ̸̢̿̀̈́ ̵̗̦͎͂̍̓ ̸̼͎͋̕P̷͙̟̔̚O… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VOID/BREAKER.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, music

81% User Score Based on 144 reviews

FEND OFF THE HORDEAll you wanted was to sneak into Cyberhunk Industries to test out their dangerous new products, and maybe become a handsome, gun-slinging cyborg. As it turns out, Cyberhunk Industries is way ahead of you on the cyborg thing. Their latest failed experiment - the demonic robotic zombies called “hunks” - have been set free, and are out for blood (or… maybe oil). To survive, you’ll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CYBERHUNK.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 11TH 2019 As a cybernetic war machine called the Arsenal Demon, take on endless streams of 'Angels' in this fast paced survival arena shooter. Choose from an variety of... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arsenal Demon.

Open crates. Feed weapons to favorites and forge them into legendary gear. Wield varied weapons and mount upgraded guns on turrets. Solo or in co-op for up to 3, fight hordes, protect your crystal, and break towers and bosses in an FPS blending roguelike builds, weapon upgrades, and tower defense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARSENAL FORGE.

Use upgradeable turrets and roguelite progression to face hordes of enemies on alien planets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outpost Incursions.

Tower defense vs AI robots. Build, nuke and command a sky carrier. Offline. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GRID DEFENSE: GRID WAR.

Rust Dungeon is an Arena FPS Roguelike about rooting out the bit rot. Use your mobility & various weapons while changing combat modes mid-battle to eliminate your enemies. Upgrade using Mods to keep up with increasing amounts of resistance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rust Dungeon.

A fast-paced arena shooter where every kill makes you stronger. Stack powerful upgrades, create ridiculous builds, battle players and bots, and survive increasingly chaotic zombie hordes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veibyn's GunGame.

Happily ever after? Team up in this chaotic 1-4 player co-op roguelike FPS. Journey through twisted fairytale realms, wield shapeshifting magical staffs, combine powerful spells and upgrades, and battle bizarre enemies and corrupted fairytale bosses. Rewrite the story, one chaotic run at a time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mad Ever After.

Humanity is crumbling under a global Machine uprising. You boot up inside the cold, mechanical chassis of ARC-9—an elite Automated Riot Control unit. With rogue robots tearing up the streets, your directive is clear: clean up the mess, terminate the faulty units, and dig out the root cause to stop this rebellion dead in its tracks. ⚡ BREAKNECK CYBER-RUNNER ACTION No stopping. No turning back. ARC… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARC-9.

Command-Ω 2 is a fast-paced synthwave tower defense shooter with deep roguelite mechanics. Defend your neon base against relentless hordes, unlock devastating abilities like Chain Lightning, and adapt your run with game-changing mutators. Survive the cyber-onslaught and upgrade your arsenal! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Command-Ω Omega 2.

Descend into the Deep The tide brought something back. Beneath the waves, the water churns with mutated horrors and you're the only thing standing between the surface and the swarm. MutantTide is a deep sea horror bullet heaven: survive relentless waves of nightmarish sea-creatures, harvest their remains, and evolve into an unstoppable engine of destruction before the abyss swallows you whole. S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mutant Tide.

The world is dying. Toxic air, mutant creatures, and endless drought have pushed humanity to the brink of extinction. Your mission is simple: survive, restore the atmosphere, and give humanity a second chance. Travel across the wasteland with your mobile Transport Mech, gather resources, build automated production chains, and rescue survivors. Convert waste into fuel, power mysterious purificati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Toilet.

DEFEND AGARTHA TO YOUR LAST BREATHEAgartha Survivors is a fast-paced bullet-heaven roguelite where you are always outnumbered and never outgunned as long as you build smart. Choose from a cast of distinct characters, each with their own starting weapon, stat profile, and playstyle. Yakub the scientist, Ashtar Sheran the cosmic commander, Kash Patel the ascended warrior, and an Adélie Penguin, a v… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agartha Survivors.

Design and drop your droids to fight, build, and conquer. Mine resources and outlast the relentless swarm to claim the planet. FIGHT. HARVEST. CONQUER.Deploy modular droids to establish fortified outposts and secure vital minerals. In this high-octane conquest, you don’t just survive—you crush the hive and claim the planet. MODULAR DROID ENGINEERINGAdapt to survive by designing specialized mac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rootwarden.

Shoot, smash, and eviscerate abominations in BLOOD WELKIN - an FPS roguelite with dozens of unique kit-building items and a gripping story for you to discover. YOU. ARE. NOT. CRAZY. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Welkin.

TIME IS YOUR ONLY CURRENCY.Protocol: Chrono is a fast-paced action roguelike with bullet heaven DNA. There’s no health bar — your lifeline is Time, constantly draining away. Every second matters, every kill buys survival, and every mistake brings your end closer. A Universe in CollapseYou are the Chronal Agent — a security process deployed into a simulation suffering Terminal Entropy. The s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Protocol:Chrono.

Fuel Me Up is a frantic roguelite shoot ’em up where you fight to survive while your ship’s fuel tank leaks nonstop. Amid the chaos, the planet Vorthex has been overrun by hordes of aliens and hostile ships — and only you can stop the invasion from spreading across the universe. Defeat enemies to collect coins, upgrade your ship, and discover new ways to survive longer with each attempt. Create… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fuel Me Up.

A side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 8-bit games and 80s Sci-Fi movies. Play as Automatic Eltron, a cybernetic law enforcer, and save the city from the machine domination. FIGHT FOR THE FUTURE IN THE DISTANT YEAR OF 20XX The MASTER PROGRAM, which controls all machines, has gone insane and now coordinates attacks against cities around the world. Faced with this metallic threat, the cyber… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Automatic Eltron.

Speed is Survival A fine-tuned movement system enables precise and agile movement. With hordes of enemies targeting you from all directions and perilous falls around every corner, a well-timed slide or grapple can mean the difference between life and death. Defeat Powerful Foes Face uniquely designed enemies with powerful weapons. Whether you’re cracking skulls with the revolver or mowi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyber Rail.

Rogue Drifter is a rogue-lite car combat game that fuses the high-octane thrill of drifting with looter-shooter mechanics and survivors-like gameplay. Set in a 1990s early-stage apocalypse, you’ll face relentless hordes of mutants and cyborgs while customizing and upgrading your combat rig over the course of each run. You start in a rundown garage with nothing but a beat-up ride and a bur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Drifter.

Zombots is a fast-paced FPS inspired by the intensity of Doom and the charm and replayability of Brotatoe. Blast your way through hordes of enemies in style while listening to the adrenaline-pumping soundtrack. Features:Roguelike Gameplay: Survive wave after wave as you upgrade your arsenal and unlock new abilities to meet the increasing difficulty. Survive until daybreak, or die trying. Power… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombots: Invasion.

Nion Forge (formerly 9 Dystricts) is the continuation of our gamejam project Recall Dimensions. An early build of the game is available NOW! We welcome you to try it out and give us feedback in the comment section :-) Wishlist Nion Forge on Steam Credits: Prayer90 - Game Designer, Lead Programmer RLP - Game Designer, Art Director (UI, 3D, Level Design) WildRikku - Developer, Playtest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nion Forge.

Astromine is a co-op survival game about scavenging fully destructible voxel planets. Land on planets and gather enough materials to fight off alien creatures, build structures and spaceships, and conquer the solar system If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astromine.