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Games like Vertical Slice: A Game Dev Story

Games like Vertical Slice: A Game Dev Story

Games like Vertical Slice: A Game Dev Story

Looking for games like Vertical Slice: A Game Dev Story? Here are top survival management recommendations with a romance, economy and anime focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Otaku Miracles, Failed Game Developer or Riches in the Deep.

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  1. This is a Story about You!An anti-social Otaku who is a student at Ashikaga Academy, a very traditional private high school in Japan. Suddenly, you awaken in a place called the Spirit Realm and are tasked with saving the world! How? Well, with the help of your fellow classmates and future friends of course! Now all you have to do is join the Horticulture Club and actually meet them! Make Frie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Otaku Miracles.

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  2. You gave up everything to become a Game Developer. Now a failure, a reject of society, try to get your life back to the way it was. Rise from the ashes like a Phoenix in the hope that one day you will have a normal life again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Failed Game Developer.

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  3. Riches in the Deep is an addictive 2D clicker game that takes you on an exciting journey of gold mining and wealth-building. As a mine operator, your task is simple: dig for gold, earn money, and grow your fortune. From a small shop to massive enterprises, you can establish a variety of businesses to multiply your wealth. As you progress, use the money you earn to unlock new opportunities and exp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Riches in the Deep.

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  4. Roll the dice to shape your fate. Each throw triggers events as you explore and leap across tiles. Battle with cards, build your deck, and manage scarce resources. Time is limited—plan wisely and defeat the Demon King before darkness consumes all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The last throne.

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  5. In this Plinko-style roguelike, you'll send your ball through a board of pegs to rack up points. Harness the magical powers of a variety of unique items to boost your score output. Use these items to craft diverse and creative strategies, pushing your scores beyond limits. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pop to Win.

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  6. Breadbulls is an idle economy simulator. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breadbulls.

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  7. This is a simulation game that combines nurturing with romance.You'll cultivate a one-of-a-kind robotic girlfriend while sharing romantic moments with multiple girls, each possessing distinct personalities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 我的机器人女友.

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  8. Story 24 years old Sara is a smart and beautiful 4th year medicine student at the All-Female Medicine School. Gameplay All-Female Medicine School is a Single Player Adventure Third-Person Adult game. Features Single Player Adventure Third-Person Adult game Sexy female protagonist Adult Cinematic cutscenes Educational Medical Fetish game Study and pass the exams in order to proce… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All-Female Medicine School.

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  9. Market Empire Simulator puts you in the role of a rising market owner, where your business skills and strategy will determine your success. Build, manage, and optimize your very own supermarket from the ground up. Run Your Own SupermarketStart with a modest store and turn it into the go-to shopping destination. Control everything from inventory to pricing, ensuring customers leave satisfied and k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Market Empire Simulator.

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  10. Kitty Clicker is a fun and addictive idle clicker game where you collect wooly balls and upgrade your production through shop to become the ultimate feline overlord. The game is simple to play, but it is also challenging and rewarding. You will need to carefully manage your resources and make strategic decisions in order to succeed. Key features: Idle gameplay: Kitty Clicker is perfect for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kitty Clicker.

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  11. "Late Ming Dynasty" is a single-player horror exploration game. Traverse eerie backroom levels while searching for an exit to attempt escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Late Ming Dynasty.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Build, expand, and manage a thriving empire. Unlock unique landscapes, construct businesses, and earn passive income in a retro-pixel world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Land Develop.

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  13. Dig minerals, manufacture ammunition, and build defense towers to fend off swarms of insects. A tower defense game with light production line elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Infestation.

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  14. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    74% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Create and sell games, gain fame and wealth, research new technologies, hire employees, upgrade your office, manage taxes and salaries, take loans if needed, and compete with 5000 companies. Experience the thrill of running your own studio in Game Builder Tycoon. Design standout games by selecting key elements like art, features, quests, dialogue, music, level, and world design. Assign tasks to c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Game Builder Tycoon.

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  15. 历久弥新的三国大富翁 更爽快流畅的《富甲天下5 》!有别于传统大富翁占地收费的模式,《富甲天下》系列融入了占地经营、率兵攻城等玩法 ,丰富的游戏内容让本作屡创人气!本次重登steam平台,结集了玩家意见进行多项调整,让游戏的流畅度爽快倍增! ■ 资源点被攻击时,攻方选择将战胜利时,不用缴过路费,但无法占领资源点。 ■ 野战是唯一打下资源点的办法,守方战败撤出时会带走一半资源。 ■ 将战战后双方参战武将加扣一定体力。 ■ AI对手挑选武将参加将战时,会同时考虑武力及体力,不会再派武将送死。 ■ 在聚闲庄会试堂取得武将的价格降低40%。 ■ 资材屋收购资财价格减半。 ■ 私塾及武馆收费减半。 ■ 各级经典建筑兴建需要资源降低一半。 ■ 将战治疗公式调整。 ■ 财神赌场按右下$号可见好就收。 ■ 主公队中武将体力回复速度减半。 ■ 各城士兵成长速度减慢。 大回归!一机四人同玩 大集合!登场… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 富甲天下5.

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    A demo whipped up in 1 day, then fully developed in just 2 weeks—including UI, sound, balancing, localization, and Steam store assets. After some final tweaks to audio and numbers, the full version launches soon (thanks to Steam’s 2-week "Coming Soon" showcase period). The gameplay struck me like lightning: a toned-down tower defense (just slots and player-driven upgrades) meets grid-free match-3 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tap X3.

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  17. Take on the role of managing a group of wizards who have arrived in a new world. Start by managing one planet. Build buildings, assign people to industries. Build more buildings. Capture nearby planets and expand your influence. More than 100 planets (randomly generated) 80 types of research (20 for each element) More than 40 different buildings A limited field of 15x11 cells to build on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elemental Empire.

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  18. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    84% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Run your own steamy studio ... and hire a cast of adorable anime girls! Turn your villa into a haven for voyeurs, hosting captivating shows with your team of charming exhibitionists in this casual manager game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voyeur Villa - Harem Manager.

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  19. “Worthy or Not” is an FMV about Dating Agency. Players make choices across diverse in-game topics, which modify target characters’ latent attributes. The final matchmaking phase, based on accumulated latent value changes, unlocks multiple endings. You play as a matchmaking agency owner faced girls If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worthy or Not.

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  20. It’s a card game where you build a deck, draw cards, and strategically place towers on a tile grid to earn gold. And you must defend your empire from the enemies closing in. They won’t let you build in peace. Play time per run: 20~40 min All stages cleared: 6+ hours + Endless mode If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Card Colony.

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  21. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Eat, sleep, release a game, repeat. Release games, console, controller, etc... and try the thrill of becoming a billionaire! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Software House Simulator.

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    On the borders of three states, in the midst of the Carpathian mountains, an ancient evil has awakened. Legend says once he was a human, now he is an undead. This may be the most dangerous journey a mortal has ever taken. I'm on my way to kill DRAKULA If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DrakulA.

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  23. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    To be at her side forever, to support and make her laugh - that had been the promise he gave her. Now, years later, the two are studying swordsmanship and magic at the same academy: Albel, the aspiring newcomer, and Aiel, the beautiful and highly skilled swordswoman. However, their promised future seems in danger after he loses in a duel against Karl, one of the academy’s strongest members. A d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fault - Broken Promises.

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  24. 41%Game Brain Score
    41% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    Exploration Adventure Construction RPG A story centered around sisters, and as their brother, I must protect them. My mission is to find and reclaim the memories of time spent with my sisters. Numerous adventures filled with challenges are just beginning. This is my very own RPG life! Build a team of sisters, find the ones that suit you best.Sisters each have their own unique personalities… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Promise with My Sister.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    68% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Black Blood is a mix of Tower Defense and a top—down shooter where you have to defend 4 lighthouses from alien invaders. Use weapons, build defensive towers and upgrade them with the help of resources extracted from defeated enemies. Your assistant will be a drone that attacks, heals and repairs your structures if you improve its capabilities. Every decision matters — choose what to spend your lim… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black blood.

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  26. 《Beautiful Girls Y》是一款以剧情与战斗为核心的角色扮演游戏。故事发生在一座被神秘能量笼罩的未来都市。人们赖以生存的“源层”系统逐渐失控,未知的存在正悄然侵蚀世界。为了对抗这场危机,一群拥有特殊能力的少女被召集到一起,踏上命运的战斗之路。 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to beautiful girls Y.

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  27. Cats & Tails is a luck-driven coin game where you chase a streak of 10 Cats, face unpredictable outcomes, and unlock multiple endings over repeated playthroughs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats and Tails.

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  28. The world is roughly a futuristic game in which you play as a "human will" rather than God. The main description of the game is an uncertain fate, macro diversity of the future world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World Process.

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  29. Ghostify — an incremental game where ghosts are everywhere! Use the power of the wind to blow ghosts away and collect resources. The more ghosts you banish, the more rewards you gain and the faster your power grows. The game blends active gameplay with idle progression — choose your development path and build your own upgrade strategy. What to expect in the game:• 9 unique artifacts w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghostify.

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  30. Jelly Farm is a charming farming game where you grow and collect jelly and food! As the new farmer in the valley, your mission is to transform a small and simple farm into a true jelly paradise. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jelly Farm.

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  31. Mama Station is a casual simulation game themed around a courier station. Players must manage a bustling courier station by rationally allocating resources, constructing and managing facilities, and building an efficiently operating delivery hub amidst mountains of packages. Featuring no heroic, world-saving plot – just extraordinary days in an ordinary job. Game Features Different packages rando… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mama Station.

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  32. Tinting Time is inspired by classic Japanese role-playing games and elimination games. In the game, players will play the role of a "creator" girl who can create all kinds of wonderful solutions. Create solutions through complex and interesting processes to meet the needs of customers and quests. Features Create Unique Solutions Explore over 100 unique solutions, each filled with a variety of prop… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tinting Time.

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  33. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Life is busy but good for university student Hiroshi Kawada. He is living in his own apartment, has secured himself a part-time job, and is doing everything he can to impress his beloved girlfriend, Nanami Miyasaka. However, one fateful day their relationship is put to test when Nanami sees her boyfriend together with another woman. Feeling greatly hurt from witnessing her boyfriend’s potential a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deceived by the Host.

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  34. With a rich and powerful system and gameplay of group warfare action role-playing games, open world, hundred people warfare, challenge the boss, Players will continue to grow in their own way and create legends that belong to you in the open chaotic world of sword and magic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy & Blade.

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  35. This is a story about a human who accidentally stumbles into the Cat Tower, encounters and reunites with the cats. A vibrant Maine Coon in a dilapidated amusement park, a ragdoll living in a candy house built atop paradise, and the supreme god who controls the Cat Tower. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Long Live the Catgirls!.

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  36. Immerse yourself in an erotic visual novel that explores the bond between a submissive and her Master, paired with an interactive sex simulator. Veronica and her Master continue their BDSM experience, with some new mechanical toys and water play for a more intense pleasure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sex Game - BDSM - Episode 4.

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  37. Defend the last bastion of humanity with magic and strategy in this intense tower defense game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm.

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  38. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    Become a coach for the tennis club in a prestigious sports academy with all members being hot chicks, but they all hate you. What to do now? Conquer them all, of course!!! Prepare yourself for heated tennis matches with dynamic gameplay and powerful abilities. Prove your skills and win their hearts. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Academy Love Saga: Tennis Angels.

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  39. You Go Boom is a game created by one person, using only three different programs (Gdevelop - the game engine, Studio One - for music & sounds, Clip Studio Paint - for all graphics). For the most part, YGB is a collection of simple games with simple controls. Some games require you to complete the level, while others are endless, high score challenges.Features* Lightweight - under 300MB instal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Go Boom.

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  40. Wrestling Manager 2023 is an easy-to-use game where you take control of a wrestling company. It offers all the features you need to manage a wrestling company and grow in this business: - Book shows - Hire new talented performes or World Stars - Build your own staff - Earn money from gate, ads, sponsors, merchandises and more If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wrestling Manager 2023.

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  41. 《Love YC》是一款以情感为核心驱动的回合制RPG,你将通过建立“情感联结”来招募伙伴、制定战斗策略,在一个逐渐失去色彩的世界里踏上寻找爱与希望的温暖旅程。 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to love YC.

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  42. A sex simulation game with visual novel elements where you play the role of a personal trainer and help attractive women achieve their fitness goals. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sex Simulator - Naughty Trainer.

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  43. Meow My Crop! is a cozy farming mini-game where every keystroke and click makes your crops grow. Team up or sneak around to steal your friends’ fruits, then trade your hard-earned harvest for cute decorations to style your own little plot. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meow My Crop!.

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  44. Gold Miner: Return to Glory brings back the classic digging fun with modern twists. Play through challenging levels, chase high scores in endless mode, or face off in nostalgic local multiplayer for competitive excitement. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gold Miner: Return to Glory.

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  45. Final Payload is a fast-paced 2D action game where you control a guided warhead. Manage inertia and fuel, destroy enemies, avoid guarded zones, and land precisely to complete missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Payload.

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  46. Kingdom of Choices is a Rogue-Lite visual novel game with multiple outcomes. Players must make challenging decisions regarding politics, military, economics, health, religion, and the public as their characters evolve. Send them to rule your kingdom! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Of Choices.

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  47. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Cat & Farm Pals is a fun match game. Match the same animals to get points! Match more animals for a higher score! Compete on leaderboards to win trophies! Match and Win!Match the same animals to create new ones. Earn points for each combination! Collect Trophies, Be a Leader!Compete with friends or global players to climb the rankings and win trophies! Join weekly and monthly compet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat & Farm Pals.

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  48. A Cozy and Chaotic Garden Defense Adventure. Welcome to Halliwell's Garden, a vibrant and ever-changing paradise where beauty and danger bloom side by side! Tend to your land by day: build charming cottages, plant bountiful crops, raise helpful animals, and nurture mystical flowers. But beware when the night falls, for your garden's allure attracts relentless hordes of monsters! Cultivate Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halliwell's Garden.

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  49. Take back the Earth in a high-stakes action RTS where humanity fights for survival. Battle swarms of giant, radiation-mutated bugs as you reclaim the surface with advanced technology, tactical turret placement, and strategic defenses. Every decision counts as you push back the infestation and fight to restore what was lost. In this game, you have access to turrets that can be placed on any grou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation: Surface Takeover.

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  50. PSI ACADEMY: ORIENTATION +85,000 Words! 16 Sprited Characters! 50+ Expressive Choices! Extremely Generic Backgrounds! It is the year 94AP, ninety-four years after the alien comet struck the earth and reset the calendar, causing psions (‘psionically-gifted children') to be born around the world. Only 2% of the population is found to have such superpowers at adolescence, so when the ages passed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psi Academy: Orientation.

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