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Games like Whisper: in the Dark

Games like Whisper: in the Dark

Games like Whisper: in the Dark

Looking for games like Whisper: in the Dark? Here are top open world hack and slash recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Haiku, the Robot, A Song in Elyel Nalore or Shattered Divinities.

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  1. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 2,452 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Enter a strange and unexplored land full of adorable robots, hidden secrets, and evil virus-infected machines. Discover different weapons, items, and abilities that will help you progress and discover new areas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haiku, the Robot.

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  2. In A Song in Elyel Nalore, you'll step into the shoes of a skilled protagonist who takes on a simple guild job that turns into a dangerous quest to uncover dark secrets.  This Metroidvania-style action adventure combines intense platforming, dynamic combat, and immersive world-building to create an unforgettable journey.  Key Features: Exploration & Discovery: Dive into a vast, beautifu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Song in Elyel Nalore.

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  3. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    The Divine War has ruined the world. Mutated creatures roam the land and through frozen time, while the remaining lives struggle to survive on the edge of oblivion and despair. The secrets of the deities before their fall lie buried beneath the broken temple, the stagnant current of time, and endless ruins. Shattered Divinities is a 2D pixel-style Metroidvania action-adventure game. You play as a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shattered Divinities.

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  4. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 203 reviews

    Master fluid 8-directional whip combat with a variety of sub-weapons and tools, inspired by classics like Super Castlevania IV Explore a rich, interconnected world brimming with secrets, hidden paths, and ancient mysteries waiting to be uncovered Experience tight, responsive platforming that blends the precision of Celeste with Hollow Knight’s rich sense of exploration Play as a brave little mushr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores.

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  5. The magical world of Hitonero is crumbling. Dreams, the lifeblood of creation, have stopped flowing, and feral monsters now roam freely across the land. You play as Ollie, a nimble catfolk scout caught in the collapse. To save his world, he’ll need to gather and summon ancient gods, traverse hostile lands, and uncover a hidden conspiracy that threatens the balance of reality itself! 2D Metroidvani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ollie and the Merchant of Dreams.

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  6. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 183 reviews

    Afterplace is an adventurous indie game for mobile devices. It's a huge open world, full of hidden secrets, treasures, and creatures. You'll run around the woods, fight monsters, and talk to ostensibly shady characters! All from your pocket! Be warned though - you never know what the forest might be hiding, and not all trails are paved. Labyrinths and dungeons are tucked away in the most concealed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterplace.

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  7. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    In this challenging action-adventure RPG, traverse various lands seeking to piece together the methods and madness of The Puppeteer. Craft unique potions to contend with hordes of enemies and uncover secrets rewarded by exploration.RETRO RAMPAGEDon't be fooled by the cutesy pixel art graphics - The enemies in The Puppeteer are numerous and aggressive! Some areas may even feel like too much to hand… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Puppeteer.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 278 reviews

    Ato is an atmospheric sword dueling metroidvania game set in the era of feudal Japan. Every combat encounter is an intense duel to the death with its own personality and fighting style. Perform risky parry maneuvers, bounce off of your opponent, evade their attacks and unlock new abilities to further expand your arsenal of options against your adversaries. Explore colorful and atmospheric environ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ato.

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  9. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 484 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania inspired by Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Nav, the world of the dead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catmaze.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 132 reviews

    Kandria is a challenging 2D platformer and hack & slack action RPG, all steeped in mysterious lore just waiting to be discovered. Solve challenging puzzles, defeat hordes of enemies, and find your way through a twisted and ruined world of caverns, tunnels, and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kandria.

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  11. Embark on a pixelated journey of exploration, platforming, and intense battles in Dark Watcher. Unveil the secrets of a dark realm, unlock abilities, and confront formidable adversaries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Watcher.

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  12. A terror in the sky is bent on exterminating a young wizard and her loved ones. Featuring a riveting and sinister story, set out to explore a vast world in this modern Metroidvania RPG, filled with devious monsters, lethal dungeons, creative puzzles, lively towns & many uncharted wonders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart Forth, Alicia.

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  13. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Explore Mendacium, a dark, mysterious world infected with depression, and uncover the truth and the fate of a sightless young boy, Caecus. In order to solve the mystery of the game, it is necessary to read all of the dialogues carefully. When the player is killed and sent back to the main menu, it does not count as an actual ending, since there are only two legit ones and you will get an end credi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mendacium.

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  14. Like a short Message in a Bottle... Like a little Star in the Darkness... A fast-paced, charming action-adventure side scroller Metroidvania, packed with a nostalgic energy. Explore, discover, collect, fight, unlock new stages, and grow your hero to save free thought from a tech-controlled dystopian future!  INTRODUCTION  Fight for the full freedom of expression and thought, embrace the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wild Radio Flux.

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  15. Axel Quest is a retro-style action-adventure with Metroidvania elements. Explore a dangerous pixel-art world, fight deadly monsters, defeat powerful bosses, and discover new paths as you progress. Along the journey, you'll collect equipment, meet helpful NPCs, and uncover hidden secrets that reward your curiosity. With tight controls and fast-paced gameplay, Axel Quest offers a nostalgic experie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axel Quest.

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  16. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    99% User Score Based on 176 reviews

    Oh hello there, dearie.. (WARNING: This game includes flashing that may potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy.) You are a little old lady who needs to clean your big magical cellar. Learn colorful spells, meet strange NPCs, and uncover the secrets of the dungeon. You die 100s of times and lose your memories in order to learn dark magic. it's cute! feat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Babushka's Glitch Dungeon.

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  17. Dustless is a hand-drawn wuxia side-scrolling action game built around Yin-Yang switching, fast pressure, and endless combos. Play as a swordsman in white, link sword skills, launch enemies, and overwhelm bosses through aggressive rhythm. Defense is only a fallback while you learn. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dustless.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    91% User Score Based on 269 reviews

    As a hunter, you explore a dark, interconnected world filled with dungeons, relying on precise combat to survive. Battle grotesque monsters, expand your arsenal, and uncover hidden paths in a non-linear, pixel art journey. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tearscape.

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  19. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    If you're interested, be sure to Wishlist the game - that helps a lot! Infinitevania is a 2D platformer in the metroidvania style, heavily inspired by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and featuring elements from Hollow Knight. The game focuses on combat, exploration, puzzles, upgrades, and an breathtaking story. Explore different worlds Defeat the most powerful creatures in these worlds, absorb … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinitevania.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravethorn.

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  21. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    98% User Score Based on 1,209 reviews
    Critic Score 89%Based on 12 reviews

    Explore a vast urban landscape in this narrative-driven, 2D top-down platforming adventure!In Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, you're a budding yoyo master facing off against enemies using the weapon you know best: your prized yoyo! As Pippit, you'll be quite literally thrown into the shocking story of your auntie's business empire, a soul-stealing mega-laser, and four dastardly crime bosses!Each … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo.

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  22. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,812 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 19 reviews

    After a long war with the humans, the few androids that remain in Arcadia are running out of Anima, the energy that gives all robots consciousness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNSIGHTED.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Welcome to "Beautiful World". A world where everyone has a gentle heart. A world where everyone lives happily. A world where everyone never suffers. You are going to explore the "Beautiful World". As you travel, the world's seed in your hand will sprout and a flower might bloom. When you are satisfied with your adventure and wish to conclude your journey, return ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloom Thrice.

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  24. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    A coming of age Action RPG about a boy on his journey to join the king's army. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cacildes Adventure.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 233 reviews

    FAELAND is a 2D Platform Action Adventure Role Playing Indie Video Game currently in development for PC, inspired on the nostalgic 8-Bit classics with a modern charm for all generations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faeland.

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  26. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    “Tales Of Wakana” is a fairy-tale-style action-adventure game brimming with fantasy and challenges, inviting you to step into a vast and mysterious fairy-tale continent. The game features a rich variety of gameplay elements, including puzzle-solving, tower defense, racing, platforming, and character progression—much like a world that combines 99 different games into one. You’ll skillfully wield th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales Of Wakana.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 220 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 7 reviews

    Too long have I slumbered. Unsheathe me and I will lead you to the secrets that lie deep beneath. All shall tremble before us, for I am DOOMBLADE. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DOOMBLADE.

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  28. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 1,543 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Islets.

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  29. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 13,089 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 26 reviews

    Echoes of a dark and violent past resonate throughout a savage land, steeped in treasure and blood. Hyper Light Drifter is an action adventure RPG in the vein of the best 16­bit classics, with modernized mechanics and designs on a much grander scale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Light Drifter.

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  30. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 339 reviews

    Master high-skill combat to uncover the secrets of an ancient, interconnected world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FOUNTAINS.

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  31. Lumen Inferius plunges you into a world where light and darkness are in perpetual conflict, and a lone warrior rises to restore balance. Trapped in an eerie, otherworldly realm, you must navigate through treacherous landscapes filled with ancient ruins, corrupted creatures, and sinister traps. The line between reality and nightmare blurs with each step, revealing secrets that challenge your percep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lumen Inferius.

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  32. Welcome to The South Island! Step into the shoes of a young adventurer, explore the rich fauna and flora while collecting essential resources, learn about the indigenous culture, and face unique enemies and bosses of the region to rescue your family in this old-school RPG! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The South Island.

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  33. Story backgroundThe cute slime princess was kidnapped by the big devil Haben. In order to save the princess, the little slime went deep into the randomly changing dungeon, fought with various monsters, and finally defeated the BOSS. In the process, a larger The secret gradually surfaced... Game featuresPixel style: Exquisite pixel painting style, coupled with refreshing combat, feel the wonderful … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slime Princess.

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  34. Embark on a HeartsLike action-RPG inspired by 1001 Arabian Nights. Master fast-paced melee combat and powerful magic, unlock new abilities and weapons, explore the mystical city of Noor through 3D platforming, and rally memorable allies against the Masked King. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luminous Nights.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Realm Of I is a side-scrolling Metroidvania where you take the role of a prophet. Explore the ravaged landscapes—from abandoned settlements and caverns to vibrant lands and floating islands—uncovering information and newfound abilities and spells to conquer challenges and defeat foes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm Of I.

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  36. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    A 16‑bit dark fantasy action adventure with metroidvania‑style maps, RPG growth, and hidden secrets. Lead the Nightfall Empress through a mature journey suspended between the sacred and the profane. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightfall Empress.

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  37. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania focused on fast movement, double and triple jumps, and the freedom to climb any vertical surface, including enemies to punch them in the face. Embark on a journey to punch people I hate, those responsible for the hellscape we live in. Collect coins, increase your stats, and combine elemental upgrades to become unstoppable as your freeze, burn, poison, and electrocut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roid Chimp.

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  38. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 117 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 7 reviews

    Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GIGASWORD.

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  39. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    88% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Samsara.

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  40. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 1,024 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 26 reviews

    The retro-futuristic pixel game Explore and fight in a retro-futuristic world. Swim deep into a oneiric, poetic and unique experience across dimensional planes. The aesthetic of the game was inspired by retro pixel adventures (Castlevania, Another World, Double Dragon) with a modern touch (Superbrothers, Sword and Sorcery) and an 80s plot homage (Ready Player One, He-Man, The Last Starfighter), … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Narita Boy.

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  41. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Buffet Knight’s skills are put to the test in the Golden Potluck content update! Can you hear the sound of shuffling cards, rolling dice, and jingling coins? Buffet Knight’s skills are on the table, his fortune tested in the Golden Potluck content update! Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course + Original Soundtrack Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course + Original Soundtrack Bundle A full meal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course.

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  42. An ominous presence hangs in the air across Ohio. Something is coming to Earth, and their sights are set on the Midwest.  You look up into the dark night sky of Cleveland and wonder... what else is out there? Then, things begin to change... At work, people begin to act strange, like they are no longer themselves.  Your friends act like they don't even know you and your neighbors look the other w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The World Ends in Ohio.

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  43. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    97% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Cedric & Odious is a pixel art action RPG set in a dark and treacherous fantasy world. A Bond Torn by DeathTake the role of Cedric, a warrior king resurrected by his once-loyal friend, Odious, a brilliant but morally corrupt sorcerer. In life, their camaraderie was legendary. In death, Cedric finds himself bound to Odious's will, forced to carry out the sorcerer’s plans. Haunted by vague mem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cedric & Odious.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere
    89% User Score Based on 76 reviews

    Play as Xi as she tries to navigate a five-day time loop and figure out what happened to her memories. Together with her companion, Ouro, travel through a true metroidvania world where time changes the terrain in subtle ways. Escape the loop through exploration and battle. Change Xi’s fate and learn the truth of the Dragon Loop!   Turn Bosses into Summonable Spirits Defeat a wide range of in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DragonLoop.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    50% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slavania.

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  47. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 1,447 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Become Agent 70 and stop the anomalies threatening to destroy the balance of the world! With memorable characters, unique Anomaly Bosses, a story full of twists, and smooth gameplay, Anomaly Agent is an adventure to be savored. We hope you enjoy your journey If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anomaly Agent.

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  48. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    The Adventure of Rikka is a top-down 2D action RPG with a focus on puzzles, exploration, secrets, and collectibles. You must defeat the dark forces that have cursed the lands, fight enemies using your sword and an arsenal of items such as the bow and fire wand, and save the kingdom! Features 7 Dungeons with challenging boss-fights, and many smaller puzzle dungeons. 10 Unique player items such as t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Rikka - The Cursed Kingdom.

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  49. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 278 reviews

    Add full game to your wishlist About the Game[/url] [imgvid poster.avif="" mp4="" webm="" width="720" height="280"][/imgvid] Akatori: Сhapter One is an intense metroidvania with action platformer elements and a compelling introduction to the grand adventure awaiting you in Akatori. Take on the role of the young monk, Mako, as you learn where the game’s story begins and encounter the inhabitant… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akatori: Сhapter One.

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