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Looking for games like Unwanted Host? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations with a horror and violence focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Deck of Haunts, SHOWDOWN CHALLENGE or Deep Rise.

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  1. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 888 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 1 reviews

    Deck of Haunts invites you to become a malevolent Haunted House. Lure humans into your cursed halls, manipulate their fears, and drain their essence to grow your power. Use strategy to build your mansion and expand your dark influence, turning your home into a terrifying, inescapable nightmare. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deck of Haunts.

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  2. SHOWDOWN is a turn-based horror western where you duel a demonic entity. Master your revolver and mystical relics to survive, but beware: the Karma System turns your own used items into the devil's weapons. Manage ammo, pray for miracles, and face your sins in this dark, supernatural arena. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHOWDOWN CHALLENGE.

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  3. Climb out of the dark. A thousand years ago, the world above ended. The few who survived fled underground and built a society in the dark. None of us has seen the surface. None of our parents did. None of theirs. Then the deep shook. A roar from far above, deeper than any thunder. The ceilings we had trusted for a thousand years came down to find us. When the dust settled, there were six of us l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Rise.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    83% User Score Based on 533 reviews

    Up to four test subjects. One twisted medical trial. Only one leaves. Welcome to Side Effects: a tense, turn-based medical roulette game. Each round you'll be presented with a selection of pills. Some are helpful, some are harmful, and some mean instant death. You never know what you're about to consume or what it might do to your mind or body. Winning means outlasting – AKA, outliving – your opp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SIDE EFFECTS.

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  5. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 572 reviews

    Explore in top-down retro aesthetics and face the horrors of Breckenridge Hall in pulse-pounding first person combat. Scavenge for supplies, solve puzzles, and upgrade your gear. Do whatever it takes to survive, but remember: You Will Die Here Tonight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Will Die Here Tonight.

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  6. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Deadnaut: Signal Lost is a sci-fi horror turn-based roguelike where loyalty isn't earned - it's installed. Scavenge derelict ships and abandoned moons filled with hellish creatures, brutal AI and insanity storms. Gather gear and upgrades to fight or evade the hi-tech supersoldiers hunting you down. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadnaut: Signal Lost.

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  7. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 794 reviews

    The successful indie survival RPG "Dead Age" (84% very positive) is back with a vengeance! No other game offers this mix of role-playing, rogue-like, fast-paced turn-based combat and survival all in one. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Age 2.

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  8. The Hero's party has been annihilated.  You can only save ONE, but they are all BROKEN:  The Hero who lost the power of speech. The Mage who lost the gift of magic. The Warrior who lost a mighty body. … and the Priest who lost ****. Lovable & Broken CharactersA narrative-driven, story-rich RPG with 4 distinct character routes. Find your favorite "broken" one to save…and leave t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Annihilated.

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  9. In Hell, everything is a gambit. Hell Dice Gambit is a strategic horror roguelike where your fate hangs on every roll. Trapped in an infernal arena, you must risk your life with four cursed dice — each face carved with swords, shields, stars, skulls, crowns, and chance itself. Roll. Read the hand. Risk everything. Form dice combinations using poker-style hands to deal damage, raise barrier… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell Dice Gambit.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Bleed the world back to life in a series of tactical, turn-based bloodbaths! Lead your STILLAE, elite warriors in the fight to save a dying world from the forces of STASIS. Slay foes, kick them back on the timeline, and trigger chain events where elegance and blood flow as one. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ex Sanguis.

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  11. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 169 reviews

    Dead Format is a survival horror game set in iconic film eras. It's 1990s Scotland, and your brother has gone missing after becoming obsessed with a mysterious new VHS format. Follow his trail through the tapes and uncover why the government wants to ban "Video Ghastlies". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Format.

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  12. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    A horror roguelike deckbuilder. You're trapped in a kitchen, forced to feed a half-chef monster that crawls through the vents. Don't let it starve. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Don't Let It Starve.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Steam Link Fortiori is an endless number multiplication Deck Modifier about scoring numbers larger than comprehension The Fortiori of Fortiori Beat the Score: Multiply the cards in your hand to create a product that overcomes your own ever-growing score. Hit the Number: Tap cards to increase their value for bigger multiplications. Manage the Risk: Every tap increases the chance that a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fortiori.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    What is Arhaekon? A challenging roguelike, turn-based RPG dungeon crawler set in a grimdark world on the brink of collapse. You lead small bands of units through procedurally generated dungeons, battling corruption and eldritch abominations to save humanity. Is it finished? Yes, Arhaekon left Early Access and is officially released since July 4th 2025. Why play this instead of other similar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arhaekon.

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  15. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    85% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    ■Description You find yourself trapped in a room in an apartment. This room is home to a variety of monsters that are lurking and waiting for you. Turn on lights, open and close doors, hide in the shadows... You have many options. Identify the characteristics of the approaching enemy, manage power and time, and act appropriately. If you make the wrong choice, you will be... ■Controls … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Room Nightmare.

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  16. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 625 reviews

    Guide a young man through his first day in Bright City – a bustling island paradise with a horrible secret. Find a new job, make new friends, and attempt to solve a mystery revolving around a ludicrous gang and a fanatical cult. In this RPG, you defeat enemies in turn-based battles by completing minigames unique to the foe you're facing. These minigames are made up of a variety of challenges, inc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knuckle Sandwich.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    70% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Auto-battler meets worker placement! Praise Dead is a roguelike auto-battler where you create minions from the parts of dead villagers and monsters. Use your zombies to defeat waves of demons, and to harvest resources to improve and upgrade your village. Place your minions on the best resource squares to maximize the return - Each minion's stats (like strength or dexterity) dictate how much… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Praise Dead.

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  18. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
    94% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    Wishlist Now! Music By About the GameThe Last Spell Prologue lets you experience the first five days of the final game. You start with only 3 heroes at your disposal, and their weapons are... not the best ones. But they can still make use of cool skills to get rid of those damned monsters! Build up your defenses, protect your city, and slay the very first hordes of enemies you will encounter i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Spell: Prologue.

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  20. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    73% User Score Based on 105 reviews

    Zafehouse Diaries 2 is a game of survival, exploration and relationships. Every hour, designate tasks for your handful of characters - each with their own skills, motivations and prejudices - and try to outlast the zombie apocalypse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zafehouse Diaries 2.

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  21. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 238 reviews

    Stirring Abyss is an indie tactical squad-based game with strong RPG elements in which you uncover the ancient mysteries of the depths depicted in the classic vein of Lovecraftian horror. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stirring Abyss.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 1,357 reviews

    Golden Light is a first-person survival horror with rogue-like elements and an eerie atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Light.

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  23. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 15,780 reviews
    Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

    "May you find your book in this place." Combat between the guests and the librarians breaks out as if it were on a stage. Defeated guests turn into books, and the Library grows onward. And eventually, get your hands on… The one singular, perfect book. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Library Of Ruina.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    77% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    Quinterra is a roguelite turn-based strategy game that features tactics style battles on a procedurally generated hexagonal tile grid. Through a unique drafting mechanic the very world changes before you. Dynamically tap into the land's power to harness Upgrade Crystals in combat. Assemble your army and outfit them for maximum synergy aboard your air ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quinterra.

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  26. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Prayer of the Faithless is a unique blend of traditional RPG and classic survival-horror gameplay. In addition to fighting enemies to level up, you must also scavenge the field to find healing supplies, as well as new gear that comes with their own skills and traits to further customize your party. Battles reward smart tactics and aggressive offense by tying stamina pools to both skill usage and d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prayer of the Faithless.

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  27. REVOLVER — is an action-packed story-driven rogue-lite, inspired by acclaimed hits of the genre. A demonic adventure about a fateful encounter with high stakes. Load the cylinder and shoot to the limit until you completely rid yourself of the curse. A FATEFUL ENCOUNTERYou are someone who desperately wants to test your luck, and fortunately for you, it seems you accidentally stumbled upon an a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REVOLVER.

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  28. Be the star of the most exciting game show on TV! Pick your dice, place your bets, build your combos, and try not to think too hard about what happens when you lose. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Zibbo Show.

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  29. Contract spirits, build your party, and guide their battles with cards in this party-building roguelike RPG. No pact lasts forever, and your party keeps changing. Fight deep into the forest with spirits that are yours alone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spirit Dungeon.

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  30. GUESS RIGHTGuess the finger total (the hand sum, if you will) in this game of intuition. Play your hand carefully, because there’s more than just the win at stake.  USE POWERUPS Never face a battle of wits alone. Randomly assigned powerups will give you the upper hand as you play each new round. DEFEAT ENEMIESLeave your enemies fingerless to prove yourself to the juror. Best your opponents… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Handsum.

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  31. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    MAKING 24 GAMES IN 24 MONTHS! Runewood: Hundred Nights Steam Page (Wishlist it! <3) This game is part of the journey and it'll be shipped 1st of December 2025. It's made in a month. INSTRUCTIONS: Buy cards from your "hand" by placing them on your inventory (middle board)Equip cards, play cards or sell them. Press the "Attack" -button to start the autobattle (You can play cards while the auto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runewood: Hundred Nights.

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  32. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    GAMBLE ON YOUR LUCK! Gameplay Time:  ~20 Minutes. Flip Coins for Damage.Synergize with Cards.Stack Passive Buffs. This game is based on how well you can Synergize your builds, to eliminate as many enemies as you can! From items that boost passive stats, to items that increase multipliers and damage when landing on certain coins!  You Can find a Steam page for this project, which will featu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vault of the Vanquished.

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  33. Turn based combat with immersive ShootingThe core gameplay of Galactic Space Guard is turn-based tactical combat. Position your units cleverly, take aim, and eliminate enemy forces. What sets it apart is a unique twist: the shooting mechanics feel more like a third-person shooter than a traditional tactics game. You manually aim with each squad member, and every shot is calculated individually, t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Space Guard.

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  34. Welcome to Dungeon Mana, where controlling Mana is the key to survival!In this turn-based roguelite RPG, each run is unique: characters are randomly generated with different skills, and your mission is to choose up to three heroes to face a series of intense battles. The combat revolves around managing three colors of mana: red, blue, and green. Master the mana and conquer the dungeons! Turn-B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Mana.

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  35. You are a prisoner, kidnapped by a psycho along with five other factory workers. Forced into a deadly tournament based on the rules of the prisoner's dilemma, you must make difficult choices: cooperate with others to escape or betray them to save yourself. Choose wisely, or face death by a chair. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GASLIFT: A Chair Horror.

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  36. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    This is a FULL DEMO to Manipulus, a thrilling deck-building, choose-your-own-adventure game with rogue-like mechanics and perma-death. Trapped by mysterious forces, you are made to relive your past, guiding a band of survivors through perilous times. As a Manipuli general, form strategic defensive lines and maneuver your followers to activate wild abilities to defeat the oncoming monsters and lea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Manipulus - A Deck Building Odyssey.

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  37. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Chess Destroyer is like a normal chess game but bigger and some new rules: the map gets bigger every turn more enemies come you can capture an enemy unit by killing it with your pawn unit, or acquire new ones by completing simple quests appearing in the bottom left corner of the screen Kill enemy units, find friendly ones, defend the king, and survive as long as you can! Lore: To escape from dea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Destroyer.

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  38. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    JOIN OUR DISCORD! About the GameDoremy Sweet, Master of the Dream World, has invited the girls of Gensokyo to journey into the Dream World. What awaits them is an adventure full of unknown challenges and opportunities. Touhou Dreamland of Infinity is a semi-realtime tactical strategy game combining rogue-lite and sandbox building elements. As you go deeper into the dream, enemies become more a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou: Dreamland of Infinity.

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  39. Just Updated Dr. Yaga Lost House Chapter two coming soon! About the Game Dr. Yaga Lost House Step into the shoes of a fearless video content creator in Dr. Yaga Lost House, a first-person psychological horror game that will keep you on edge. Known for exploring haunted houses and sharing his experiences with the world, our protagonist dec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Yaga Lost House.

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  40. Explore an ocean of horror and memories in search of the cursed mirror in the abyss. Collect loot to upgrade your equipment, avoid malevolent entities and make sure you have enough rope to resurface safely. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Troubled Waters.

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  41. Taking the Cross is an immersive historical action-adventure game that places you in the heart of the medieval world. You will embark on a perilous journey through the Holy Land, experiencing the challenges, battles, and pivotal moments of this tumultuous era. Engage in epic sieges, strategic warfare, and large battles as as you strive to reclaim sacred territories and achieve glory for your cause… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taking The Cross.

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  42. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Last Bullet is a barrel bullet builder where you shoot through relentless waves of enemies. As you kill enemies, you will earn new bullets and slot them together to create a powerful gun capable of devastating chain attacks. Key Features: Build a Powerful Gun: Earn unique bullets and slot them into your barrel to create massive combos and chain attacks. The Gun fires in a sequence to create massiv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Bullet.

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  43. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    86% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    You are sentenced to death... Slither your way through an impenetrable fortress crawling with devils faster, stronger, and more cunning than any human. By sheer luck you've slipped through the cracks, but discovery means certain death. How long are you going to delay the inevitable? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATH PENALTY.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 399 reviews

    Defeat a legendary Evil and rebuild your home in Pyrene, a deckbuilding roguelike with dungeon crawling mechanics. Collect powerful artifacts, relics and spells for your many heroes while uncovering the mysteries behind your village’s destruction. After Forward: Escape The Fold, here's Twotinydice's next game. Uncharted Mythology Set in the Pyrenees, the game is based on a never-used before p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyrene.

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  45. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    88% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Your aunt sure was a strange one. She was some sort of witch or something. A good witch though, practicing only good spells and magic. In fact, she was working on a potion just before she was killed. Now the secret will go to the grave with her... unless you can find the missing ingredients. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Half of Darkness.

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  46. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 1,207 reviews

    NO-SKIN is an RPG roguelike characterized by a horror atmosphere and a smooth yet complex gameplay. Face the horrors that the house hides behind every corner and discover who the No-Skin Man  truly is! Features: Unique art style: photos in the background combined with hand-drawn pixel art characters. High replayability: tackle the game at different challenge levels. Horror atmosphere: immerse yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NO-SKIN.

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  47. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    83% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Boogey Hunters is a strategic ammo-building game where you travel the world hunting mythical creatures from different folklore. Plan your moves carefully, combine bullets to unleash powerful moves, battle terrifying boogies, and save the world in the shortest day possible! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boogey Hunters.

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  48. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    97% User Score Based on 142 reviews

    Barrel Roll is a turn-based roguelike deckbuilder. The deck ? A six slot revolver barrel.  Take down hordes of outlaws to get to their leaders. Collect bullets with special effects, trinkets and resources. Each of your bullets has its archetype (Damage, Shield, Initiative, Focus and Killer). It's up to you to customize your ideal barrel et create powerful synergies to counter your enemies !  … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Barrel Roll.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    A first-person, turn-based roguelike in the spirit of Rogue and NetHack. Trapped in the Dungeon of Dread, you hunt the Crown of Nivek and face your own demons. Escape is only the beginning. How deep are you willing to go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DeAnima.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 325 reviews

    The city’s most disturbing serial killer is at large and has his sights set on Belle. Can she escape this maniac’s fleshy, rotting clutches? Or will she lose her skin to this sicko’s collection? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skinfreak.

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