Games like Troop Ghosts (GameDev.tv Game Jam 2022)

submission for the Gamedev.tv 2022 game jam - https://itch.io/jam/gamedevtv-jam-2022 WELCOME TO TROOP GHOSTS! You play as a Loyal Troop who possesses the ability to came back from the dead. Use your ability to defend the princess from lizard creatures. Will  you be able to escort her through the woods back to her castle? WASD to move Changelog: Version 1.1 - Altered timing of when some shots are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Troop Ghosts.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

97% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Witch Explorer is a game which features a mix of both shoot 'em up and tower defense gameplay. You play as the witch Tia, who is on a teasure-hunt in order to remove her debt and improve her magic shop. The goal of the game is to defeat waves of monsters by both strategically placing units on the map, and by flying around on the map while shooting and dodging projectiles and enemies yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch Explorer.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

76% User Score Based on 17 reviews

A fantasy real-time strategy game. Choose from one of three factions: Regiment, Wyrm, or Curator, and engage in big battles featuring medieval soldiers and mythic creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Is Arrows.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, music

92% User Score Based on 501 reviews

Skinwalker Hunt is a horror themed hunting game from the creator of Witch Hunt. Main focus of the game is on exploration, non-linearity, and atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skinwalker Hunt.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

87% User Score Based on 1,360 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 8 reviews

It’s Knights vs. Vikings in CastleStorm, where medieval warfare meets 2D physics-based destruction! Controlling the battle in real time, players will harness the power of medieval artillery, manage a fearsome ground attack, and cast powerful spells! CastleStorm features a story-driven solo campaign, a custom castle editor, online multiplayer, co-op modes, and more. Building castles and knocking th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CastleStorm.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

The land of Towerland; a land inhabited by knights known all around the world for their courage, has been invaded by Diabot, a hominous entity that conquers reigns with its army of ruthless creatures. Many brave knights fought against Diablot, trying to bring back peace in their homeland but, one after another, they were defeated and savagely murdered.Nowadays, the terrible monster still lives in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Towerland.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

84% User Score Based on 70 reviews

Driven Out is a challenging 2d side-scroller with deliberate combat and beautiful 16-bit retro aesthetic. Our Heroine is forced from her home into a dangerous world in upheaval where she is being attacked by dangerous fantastical creatures. Luckily our heroine has stumbled upon magical contraception that creates copies of herself if she perishes. As long as this strange device has the power she c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Driven Out.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

TIME TO PICK UP YOUR BOWS AND 1 ARROW! THE GAME IS FOR 2 PLAYERS ONLY!You can't play alone or if there are 3 or more, you get the idea. THERE IS NO IN-GAME VOICE CHAT!Since we almost never use it when playing such type of games anyway. Game length is around ~ 5 hours 2 Bows 1 Arrow is a сoop action puzzle about your adventure with unique shooting mechanic that forces each player to shoo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2 Bows 1 Arrow.

Lasso Quest - play in browser or download below A game by Jacob Fairfield - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-f-862468a3  Overview Lasso Quest is a 3D adventure game where a Kind spirited cowboy and his loyal horse use their lasso skills to save a world in ruin. Through kindness-driven choices, players earn and upgrade their lasso to solve environmental puzzles, reconnecting a fractured land… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lasso Quest.

A new power is rising on Flat Earth! Figure out who the villain is in this old-school turn-based strategy game and save its mostly innocent denizens with the help of the world's most unhelpful sidekick. Explore secrets, fight bizarre enemies and test your wits in this fantasy adventure! Features - four distinct factions - 85 creatures to command - 250+ abilities - 24 powerful spells - secrets t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desu Vult.

Linux Support The game has been tested to run on Proton! The Concept When coming up with the concept for this game, we thought that an end can be many things. Other entries already have explored "the end" as being the end of the world, the right side of a level, or the end of a puzzle that reverses back. With our entry, we had a firm idea that to have an end there needs to be a beginning. In some… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hindsight.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Arrows and Antiquity is an archery speedrunning FPS where mastering unique arrows and uncovering hidden shortcuts will let you conquer trials at breakneck speed. Artemis possesses a legendary bow fit for only a true master of archery. Can you complete her trials? AIM FOR PERFECTION Wield an arsenal of unique arrows, each with powerful abilities. Discover shortcuts, invent clever tricks, and re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arrows and Antiquity.

Average Play through: 8-15 minutes (depending on your skill in the platforming section!) V1.1 changes in Devlog V1.2 changes in Devlog V1.3 changes in Devlog Breaking Time is our Submission for the GameDevTV 2020 Game Jam. It is a short Platformer/Adventure game with one open platform level and some dialogue choices that will influence the outcome at the end of the game (both the performance a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breaking Time - GameDevTV 2020 GameJam.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 214 reviews

Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons takes everything you love about classic metroidvanias and brings them together with a cooperative, modern twist! Join Pampas and Selene as they collect powerful artifacts, overcome monsters, demons, and a vengeful evil with the help of the gods themselves! Experience the Retro 8-bit Adventure: Control both Pampas & Selene, swapping between them to conquer ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

99% User Score Based on 87 reviews

Gorble is a short marble-based dungeon crawl. You are a marble and you explore a dungeon and fight enemies. Estimated play time 10-20 minutes.GameplayUse the mouse to aim and flick the marble. You can charge the flick to make it stronger, and you can aim in any direction.TipsYou can charge your flick ability while in the air. While charging in the air you fall slower. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gorble.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

76% User Score Based on 93 reviews

https://store.steampowered.com/widget/2438260/ Embark on a whimsical journey in Tiny Kingdom, where your story begins on a quaint farm and evolves into a magnificent kingdom. This enchanting card-based city-builder invites you to shape your realm, one card at a time, on a serene island canvas. Immerse yourself in a cozy, cute medieval world where every decision matters and every card holds the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Kingdom.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

72% User Score Based on 47 reviews

Acquire plans, gather resources and create the most destructive device in history in Medieval Machines Builder! Become the greatest inventor in the whole world! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval Machines Builder.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

97% User Score Based on 15,544 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 5 reviews

A minimalist game about building and defending a little kingdom. Thronefall is a classic strategy game without unnecessary complexity, just some healthy hack-and-slay. Build up your base during the day, and defend it ‘til your last breath at night. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thronefall.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

53% User Score Based on 66 reviews

Transform your fate! Gather the spirits of fallen heroes, morph between them and fight for your life in this rock hard dungeon crawler. Chain elemental hero powers to counter and crush enemy hordes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MetaMorph.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

71% User Score Based on 335 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Wizard's Lizard.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

97% User Score Based on 59 reviews

Welcome to Dark Hill Museum of Death! Explore exhibits on execution, burial & cremation, human sacrifice, and festivals of the dead in this morbid museum. Solve puzzles along the way to unlock... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Hill Museum of Death.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, character development

93% User Score Based on 274 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

Something mysterious is happening in the pumpkin patch this Halloween! You control Pumpkin Man, a humanoid pumpkin thing animated by occult forces on a quest to discover why things are so creepy. And you vomit candy corn. Adventure through five weird, spooky worlds in search of your destiny. Face ten challenging bosses! Unlock hidden playable characters! 30+ Steam Achievements! Meet chainsaw mani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halloween Forever.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Critic Score 59%Based on 4 reviews

An old-school style inspired FPS featuring some action RPG elements, like leveling system, a metroidvania style exploration and 2D sprites in a 3D environment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch Rise.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization

78% User Score Based on 309 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 2 reviews

Cursed is an action platformer with a compendium of myths from medieval Spain and the spirit of a mid-to-late '80s arcade game. Run, jump and throw your weapons as you move through decadent medieval landscapes full of dangers and monsters. Learn about each situation and enemy pattern in order to progress. Open chests and hit hidden spots for bonuses, weapons and equippable objects. Find the five … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cursed Castilla.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

85% User Score Based on 234 reviews

No Heroes Here is a 2-4 multiplayer cooperative frenetic Castle Defense game where you and your friends must defend castles against hordes of enemies. Craft, craft more, craft some more, load your cannon and FIRE! In this frantic game for the survival of the kingdom of Noobland, players need to cooperate and coordinate at all times in order to achieve their goal! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Heroes Here.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

93% User Score Based on 442 reviews

Flicker of Hope is a suspense thriller where you play as a small candle in the ruins of a dark cathedral. Though the halls are littered with victims of a mysterious plague, you are not the only soul left. Use the properties of a candle, and a trusty douter to prevent yourself from being discovered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flicker of Hope.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

83% User Score Based on 4,871 reviews

In the RTS-game “Diplomacy is Not an Option” you will become a medieval feudal lord in a midlife crisis. Due to your position you must constantly make hundreds of decisions a day related with city management and economic development. You are tired of this monotonous and, so it seems, meaningless existence. But things are about to change: hordes of bloodlusted enemies, swarms of scary monsters and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diplomacy is Not an Option.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

92% User Score Based on 12,008 reviews

Critic Score 89%Based on 10 reviews

You control a family of characters one at a time, and when your character dies, you choose who his or her successor is, whether it is a barbarian son of yours who has OCD, your daughter who became a ninja even though she can't see well, an assassin who is fighting for the gays, or a miner who wants to collect gold! Traits are randomized each time upon death, leading to multiple playthroughs with 3… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Legacy.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

92% User Score Based on 48 reviews

The second Escape Room experience from the exciting game series EXIT - The Game takes you back to the year 1837 to the legendary Greifenstein Castle. The Countess herself has invited you to assist her as an expert. Neither the bumpy carriage ride through the misty woods nor the warnings of the locals can deter you. However, what is the truth behind the rumors that the Countess has not been seen f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EXIT The Game – Trial of the Griffin.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

56% User Score Based on 18 reviews

StoryYou play as the professional treasure hunter Jerome, who’s recently left the guild, because the other members benefited too much from your hard work and experience. You have finally realized that you are far better off working alone. The scene takes place in an abandoned ancient dungeon. The word around town says the dungeon is haunted and without any details about the place, no one ever dare… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Athemore.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

90% User Score Based on 325 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

Slash and Dash, raise your army, learn powerful combos and take back your land! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Knights.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

55% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Ravensword: Undaunted is a FPS dungeon crawler inspired by Hexen and Heretic, set within the Ravensword Universe. THE SOULBOUND ONE A mysterious island suddenly hangs in the sky above Tyreas. As the Watch, your task is to investigate and seek a way to destroy it. But alas, once you reached the island, your soul is now bound to the devil of the Keep. Becoming a deathless, you now bound for a painf… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ravensword: Undaunted.

42%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

59% User Score Based on 22 reviews

In this frenetic third person shooter you will play as a Guardian in his mission to return the heart of Nerthus to its sacred place, in order to restore the balance of the world and make the corruption vanish. Enjoy the adventure in local coop mode as well. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nerthus: Einar's Fate.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Rags to Liches is a small, third-person, action, tower defense game where you play as a peasant who gets tired of adventurers breaking into his house. Place down towers and fight off waves and waves of "enemies." Progress through the story and see just how far one man will go to protect his beloved llama.Features 5 Levels 4 Tower types Endless Mode Keyboard RGBIf you find any bugs, pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rags To Liches.

In this game you are a Dragonborn Knight Running through multiple levels in a castle.  Collect coins in the level and kill enemies with your fireballs.  Don't forget to find the key in each level so you can open the door at the end and finish the level.  Collect all the coins in the level to earn a gem at the end of each level.  Use the arrow keys to move, right mouse click to jump and the left mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Defender.

Submission to Micro Jam 053 : Isolation hosted by  tommy, 8BitDits · #microjam on Itch.IO February 2026 Herewith, my 17th game on Itch, and i think about the 2nd 3D game instead of 2D that i've ever done. As regards minimal need for mouse: you MAY at times have to single click the mouse "anywhere on the screen" to get focus back but that's more a glitch than necessarily violating the jam … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cask Of Amontillado (Keyboard Version).

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Elemental Surge ignites in this action-packed, elemental-powered platformer adventure! Battle your way up a sprawling, enemy-infested castle, reclaiming lost elemental magic as you ascend to face the Fallen King himself in a final, epic showdown. Elemental Surge offers a dynamic gameplay experience, where players harness the elemental powers of fire lighting and earth. Use your newly found powers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elemental Surge.

For better experience, play in FULLSCREEN and with HEADSETS. About: Cursebound Castle is a fast-paced 2D action-defense game where you take on the role of a lone warrior guarding a cursed castle and its princess from an onslaught of monstrous creatures. As night falls and waves of dark beings emerge - from hulking cyclopes and venomous spiders to spectral ghosts and spell-wielding mages - your m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cursebound Castle.

Assemble your villagers and defeat the ultimate evil! Valiant Villagers is a rogue like strategy RPG where your choices determine your army's abilities and play style as you complete various map objectives. Pick two of your villagers' initial classes and embark on an adventure as you try to complete 5 maps in a row without your army being defeated. RANDOMIZED ELEMENTS! With randomized ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valiant Villagers.

If you're playing on browser , you need to fullscreen What's DeathSwap? DeathSwap is a mini puzzle game, where you play as 2 cubes, a red and a blue one trying to solve the puzzles throughout the levels, with the goal of getting each cube to their specified spot to complete the levels. But there's a twist Unlike most puzzle games like this, where you have 2 controls for each one of the player, or … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DeathSwap (JAM VERSION).

**Instructions at bottom on how to install on your watch**"An Adventure-RPG specifically designed for Wear OS!" The King of the Realm needs your help Sire! Ferocious pixel monsters have invaded your nearby town and its up to you, Knight, to gather a mighty force to deal with these menaces. Combat Wear allows you to bring that nostalgic memory of turn-based fighting and simple RPG mechanics on the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Wear 1 - WearOS RPG - Smartwatch Game.

The Root Council has sent you to the icy wastes of Hejstos to find an artifact that will unite the tribes and end the fratricidal struggle. Experience an incredible adventure in this third-person RPG focused on combat and exploration. You have been sent to an icy wasteland that conceals traces of ancient peoples. In these ruins, you must find the clues to recover the Iron Crown, which wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Anturia: Hejstos.

This is a submission to the Gamedev.tv Game Jam 2023 - Theme - Life in 2 Dimensions!  In a world where scientists need creatures smarter than lab rats, comes Bob the Blob! In this game, you play as this green slime creature as you explore the world, or rather, mazes and puzzles to ensure that this sentient creature is capable of living life and having thought. You are among the first of your kind … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Body Builder: A Tale of Bob the Blob.

This is early access beta. It will be on Steam in March. Run on any PC that can run Unity 5 engine games.  StorySatan (Morbis) has arisen from Hell and setup shop on Earth. Whoever can complete his arenas will reach his castle to battle him. Description A fast paced FPS arena shooter with small adventure areas in-between. Inspired by Quake, DOOM, Hexen, BLOOD and Castlevania. This is an unfinished… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hells Bend On Wounded Knee.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

BUY ON STEAM!! Join the discord: https://discord.gg/gZPytk6ks9! Follow the twitter: https://twitter.com/eggascent!! Speedrun.com: https://www.speedrun.com/egg_ascent!!! Early access!!! Paid version has 102 more levels!! (hard mode included)Full roadmap on the discord!! Game is in active development. A momentum based platformer where you use your ability to suck up and spit out different colored e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egg Ascent.

Pour a coffee, sit comfortably in your chair and get ready to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of intellectual battles and grandiose battles. What is hidden in the ancient gaming table? - hundreds of creatures that can be improved and developed; - dozens of deadly spells and traps; - six brilliant generals who are waiting for the order of their sovereign to join the battle and lead the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eviron's Chronicles.

***NOTICE*** It appears there is a game breaking bug in the uploaded version here that kept causing the trigger to the 2nd flame to not to unlock in the packaged version. Unfortunately submissions were locked before I found the fix If you'd like to play the fixed version that lets you actually progress through the whole thing : you may download it from my OneDrive here https://1drv.ms/u/s!AjgWCay0… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Chiibi.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

73% User Score Based on 22 reviews

The Hunsa magic is a first person puzzle-adventure game where you take control of a mage with the ability of possessing golems. Through the story, you will need to discover and learn about the plans of the cult of mages that are causing disturbances while performing their research. During the game, mastering the synergies between the mage and the golem will be the key to overcome puzzles that p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hunsa Magic.

Single player strategy with puzzle elements and focus on microcontrol. In the game you need to form an army to storm the castles and change formation during the attack. Capture castles and fortifications with various sets of attacking and defending units. Each unit has its own special ability. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Para Bellum.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

A long time ago, a queen had committed awful atrocities to become the most beautiful person in her kingdom. But her greed eventually had become the end of her. Nearby kingdoms had realized her actions and had called upon the most powerful mages in the world. And those mages had cursed her to suffer eternally in her castle. She had stayed in her castle a long time while she was admiring the outside… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Queenchantment.