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Games like You brought a shield to a tentacle fight

Games like You brought a shield to a tentacle fight

Looking for games like You brought a shield to a tentacle fight? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Opalescence, Duck Paradox or Witch Thief.

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  1. Opalescence is a colorful arcade-style top-down shooter in which you collect points and fight and avoid enemies to get a high score.Goal:play, earn points, get high score, buy upgrades, repeatOpalescence:A chromatic effect, commonly found in opal, in which colors reflected off an object depend on viewing angle Opalescence is a colorful bullet-hell in which you collect points, fight enemies, and do… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Opalescence.

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  2. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 180 reviews

    ENTER THE PARADOX Navigate the infinite domains of the multiverse as savvy scientist Dr. Paraducks in search of her pet duck, lost in the throes of space-time thanks to a malfunctioning time machine. Trapped in a world of endless possibilities, Dr. Paraducks continues to battle corrupted versions of her beloved pet despite the unrelenting reality and her declining sanity. But who knows what is re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duck Paradox.

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  3. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    58% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Play as the Witch Thief, dodging and weaving through terrifyingly intricate bullet storms on her journey to steal the Ancient Grimoire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch Thief.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    96% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    Defend a dying civilization from the Krin relentless invaders. Become the Devader. 90s style shoot'em up with awesome bosses and multiple endings. Devader has 42 waves. Every 6 waves you must fight a large boss, after which you get to upgrade your robot and a new game mechanic is added (nukes, turrets,...). There are 12 different upgrade paths that influence your robot, play style and the outcome. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Devader.

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  5. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Baseless is a challenging planet-jumping shooter that defies gravity. Shooting = Movement: blast from planet to planet with 360° gravity, creatively demolishing every enemy in your path to save your family. Fire powerful weapons, adopt cute friends, and discover a galaxy worth fighting for! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baseless.

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  6. Liberate the Rust Wanderers from the evil grasp of the Dominant Hand! Equip up to hundreds of thousands of load out combinations in this fast paced survivors style game! Aid the Rust Wanderers in their quest for survival and peace in a post-apocalyptic world under the violent control of the Dominant Hand. Take on the role of ORIN and his friends while you take the fight back to your oppressors. E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Age Survivors.

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  7. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 834 reviews

    Utopia Must Fall is a vector-flavored base-defending arcade shooter with rapid progression, procedurally generated attack waves and enough upgrade variety to suit both the defensive or aggressive player. It incorporates elements from tower defense, roguelites and beyond, all neatly packaged into a laser-sharp bullet-purgatory arcade frenzy! Easy To Learn : firing happens automatically, just st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Utopia Must Fall.

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  8. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    Humanity faces its darkest hour as an alien force launches a relentless invasion. As a skilled pilot, you must take control of a powerful combat helicopter and engage in a fast-paced, high-octane first-person shooter experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missiles Away.

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  9. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    The greatest gameshow on earth is here with breakneck speed, bullet dodging action and lots of guns. Put it all on the line for the (rogue)likes. And remember, the run is all that matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATHRUN TV.

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  10. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    57% User Score Based on 60 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 5 reviews

    Chicken, fight like a robot! Evil Otto and his deadly robots are back in this reimagining of the 1980 arcade classic Berzerk. Berzerk: Recharged challenges you to fight your way through a deadly maze filled with waves of menacing, vocal robots. Deft twin-stick control and power-ups are the only way to survive, as you shoot your way through room after room in this never-ending dystopian maze. And d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berzerk: Recharged.

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  11. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Main gameplay Dodge: Slide the mouse to control the protagonist’s movement and dodge increasingly dense barrages. Counterattack: Click the mouse at the right moment to bounce back the enemy’s bullets, and use the rebounded bullets to eliminate the enemy. Stamina: Attacks consume stamina, which is restored when enemies are eliminated. Stamina also slowly recovers on its own. Pick power-ups S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ball-it Hell.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Split Bullet is a game all about 'splitting up' a massive crowd of enemies—yes, those polygons—crawling towards you. Don't let 'em get you and survive as long as you can, by using your instincts and weapons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPLIT BULLET.

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  14. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    72% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    “We thought they were our friends and benefactors, but instead they are our masters. The Chronicles didn’t liberate us from our primitive ways – they conquered and destroyed us. The others don’t know, their heads are still full of the melodious voices of our alien masters. But that will change. I will change it!” – Sasaki Survive in Space is a skill-based space shooter with a hardcore focus on ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive in Space.

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  15. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,092 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 1 reviews

    Let Them Come is a fast paced pixel art shoot ‘em up. Twitchy trigger fingers and focused battle tactics are the order of the day as wave after wave of alien-like creatures try to take you down. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Let Them Come.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 137 reviews

    Welcome to the crazy world of Sweezy Gunner! An eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. Are you hungry for action? Do you crave intense mayhem? The objective is simple, find out what killed the human terrafromers and destroy it. Thats what you were brought in to do and its what you do best. Landing on Terrafort is just the beginning. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sweezy Gunner.

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  18. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 502 reviews

    "The Disappearing of Gensokyo" is a Touhou Project doujin game from MyACG Studio, a Chinese doujin game fan circle. We have re-imagined Touhou as an ARPG, creating this "Danmaku-Shooting-ARPG". We hope this game will be a good experience for those who are both new and knowledgeable of Touhou! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Disappearing of Gensokyo.

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  19. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    72% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    The game is spread over 50 different levels, and Sasaki must fight through them all to redeem his people. The game features five powerful bosses that you will encounter at the end of each sector – every nine levels. Each boss is a skill puzzle of his own, with shifting mechanics and environments that will keep you on your toes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive in Space.

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  20. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Kungfu Cowboy is a quirky, action-packed roguelike platformer where you headshot, dash and dodge with your kungfu gunslinging gang! Explore randomly generated levels, unlock hidden "gunfu" powers and customize your weapon with unique builds. Play online up to 4 players with online matchmaking or singleplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kungfu Cowboy.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    89% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Bezier is a dual stick blaster set inside a vast computer built deep underground. The story traces the principal's escape from this "Noah's Ark" gone wrong. A simple shooter on the surface, the deeper narrative pulls in his relationship between evolution and god, family and love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bezier.

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  22. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    A light-gun game where you shoot and destroy enemies that launch colored attacks. Shoot their blue attacks before they hit the screen's edge, while dodging their red attacks before they hit your crosshair. Shoot blue, dodge red. That's the name of the game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oblivion Eagle.

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  23. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 215 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    Blasters of the Universe is the first of its kind, bringing the bullet hell genre into first person VR. Intense gameplay is heavily reliant on physical movement, requiring the player to duck, dodge, twist, turn, and maneuver their way through tons of enemies and hundreds of bullets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blasters of the Universe.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    89% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    HYPERBLADE is a gameplay-driven action game where you can only move by dashing. Use your momentum to kick off walls and cut down your enemies. Abilities like time manipulation and bullet deflection allow for limitless improvisational play In Development HYPERBLADE has entered early access to get feedback and improve the game. The final version will expand on the story/lore, and have more lev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HYPERBLADE.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    59% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Planet Station - is a classic 3D action-shooter like Sci-Fi in which you play as an ex sheriff Margaret. The main aim is to survive. By the will of fate, Margaret had to move to another planet and she could hardly imagine what the result would be... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planet Station.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    83% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    Isbarah is a cross-genre of bullet hell and platformer style, it's a hardcore 2d game and each level is a duel boss fight. In Isbarah, you have the standard platformer game controls and bosses will fight like in bullet hell games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isbarah.

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  27. - How to Play This game cannot be played on its own. To play, open a live video (e.g. YouTube) on the left half of your monitor, and run this game on the right half. Align the frames carefully, then control Shibumaru using the WASD keys or your mouse. You can find the live video on the Steam forums. Where is everyone hanging out? - Story One day, a baby alien named Shibumaru crash-l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shibuya Bullet.

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  28. Welcome to Dungeon Hell! Step into Dungeon Hell, a thrilling bullet hell experience where every decision matters and every power comes with a price. In this intense dungeon crawler, consequence is the key to survival. Controls: WASD to move. Mouse to aim in the direction of the cursor. Left click to shoot. Game Mechanics: Prepare… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungueon Hell.

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  29. Enter the freezing dungeon to fight enemies, the enemies are sensitive to the heat but you are sensitive to both hot and cold temperatures. Touching an enemy's red circle will damage you, the blue circle will damage and freeze you for a few seconds. Click the '?' button to start the tutorial. Controls: - W A S D  To move. - E Key to use the fire. - Q Key to activate the shield. - Left Mouse Butto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Freezed.

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  30. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Don't panic! Survive this action arcade game. As a goofy pacifist alien that crashed on Earth, use your tech abilities to evade paranoid humans whose deadly attacks on you cause destruction and mayhem. Navigate the chaos, collect your spaceship parts, and run the hell out of this crazy planet! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Come In Peace.

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  31. Description: This game is a bullet-hell survival game all about sacrifice. Use your health wisely to purchase upgrades while conserving your most important stats. Most importantly, reach the goal to escape the demon. Note: Using the exit button on WebGL closes the application, but since it is an html, it will simply look like it is frozen. Detailed Instructions: Note: There is an in-game tutorial … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Don't make deals with the Devil..

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  32. Welcome to Dungeon Hell! Step into Dungeon Hell, a thrilling bullet hell experience where every decision matters and every power comes with a price. In this intense dungeon crawler, consequence is the key to survival. Controls: WASD to move. Mouse to aim in the direction of the cursor. Left click to shoot. Game Mechanics: Prepare… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungueon Hell.

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  33. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Destroyers of the Deep is a fast-paced high-score chasing bullet hell platformer shooter. About: You control Divar, a diver (naturally) and submarine pilot who explores an alien ocean searching for treasures beyond his wildest dreams.  While exploring outside his sub, Divar is ambushed by the creatures that call this alien ocean home. Strange fish, robots, and explosive barrels come at Divar in ne… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destroyers of the Deep.

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  34. Description: Sector Survival is a bullet hell type game that is played exclusively with the mouse. The only way to move out of harms way is to propell yourself forward by shooting in the opposite direction. It was created during a 48 hour period for the Game Maker's Toolkit Jam. Development Time ~10 hours. "I like that you can play this game one-handed. Be sure to stick around for the Boss Fight a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sector Survival (gmtkjam-07-17).

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  35. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    This game was made for Mini Jam #119: Heaven. The Devil has invaded Heaven, intending to purge it's inhabitants to bring them down to Hell as his servants... Survive as long as possible in this strategic 2D action game! Controls: Right and Left Arrows: Move X: Jump Z: Attack Z while running: Running Attack Z in the air: Dash Items:  Heart: Heal 1 heart Green Arrow: Increase speed Purple Arrow: Inc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breaking Heaven.

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  36. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    The dark world of Helius-91 has launched an invasion on humanity. Being technologically superior and vast in number, they wrecked havoc on the galaxy. After months of fighting, Captain Rez and his crew have intercepted the location of worm hole from which they are origination. The mothership and fighters have encircled the location. Fierce battle has begun. In this bloody battle it is not hard to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helius-91.

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  37. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Space Fight is a 2D top-down space themed shooter game where you and your spaceship must fight and survive against oncoming waves of enemy ships that are trying to destroy you. Your ship is surrounded by asteroids so you are unable to flee and have no other choice but to fight to survive. - Gameplay - You can fight back against the attacking enemy ships by shooting at them with your ship's laser-b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Fight.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    AstroViking is a wave-based survival shoot em' up! Play as a superpowered female viking fending off endless hordes of aliens! Combine 60+ upgrades to construct your own ultimate warrior! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroViking.

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  39. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 171 reviews

    BIRDCAGE is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shoot’em up inspired by genre classics, blending gritty pixel art sprites with 2.5D backdrops and a pumping retro soundtrack! Blast through 6 unique stages of bullet hell mayhem, facing off against enemy swarms using multiple shot types and rechargeable specials. Chase high scores by maintaining chains and kill rate. Strategically activate Hyperblade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BIRDCAGE.

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  40. Touhou Iyuushou ~ What the Bullet Hell?! is a Touhou Project fan-made bullet hell game that pays homage to Impossible Spell Card. It features a collection of short, self-contained danmaku stages—each one a standalone, visually striking bullet pattern designed to challenge your reflexes and puzzle-solving skills. "Iyuushou" means "Testimony of Strange Encounters". You play as … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Iyuushou ~ What the Bullet Hell?!.

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  41. Create Chaos: Pattern Survivors – Unleash creativity in a unique bullet hell roguelite Pattern Survivors: Bullet Hell (Roguelike) is a dynamic action game where you take control of your cosmic tower and design attack patterns yourself to stop hordes of enemies! This is not another Vampire Survivors clone – this is a bullet hell where YOU create the chaos. The Patterns appeared sudd… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pattern Survivors: Bullet Hell (Create Chaos).

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  42. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    65% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Wishlist on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/widget/2461840/ Defenders of the Omniverse is a reverse bullet hell/survivors game with the vibes of an 80’s Saturday morning cartoons, where you take control of heroes from all across the realms of the Omniverse and battle the vile hordes of the Dark Wizard Umbros!  Controls:  WASD - Move Aim with the mouse Feature Hand-crafted vibrant art… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defenders of the Omniverse.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Your city is under attack by "you know who." Bombs are flying by the thousands. The forecast predicts very hot, dry air for the next minutes before a nuclear winter. Atomic City is a bullet hell with one minute waves. You only need the mouse and a few minutes to get into its frenetic gameplay. How to Play: On your doomsday control device (the mouse): Use the left button for left weapon, and ri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Atomic City.

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  44. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    95% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Wishlist On Steam! Survive the treacherous sea in this quirky multiplayer shooter game! Play solo or team up and fight off Cthulu's minions. Master a unique recoil-based mechanic to blast enemies and chart your course. Mix and match upgrades to craft the perfect sea-surviving strategy! Recoil-Driven Navigation Propel yourself through the waters with each shot! Turn gunplay into a dance of str… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bang Bang Barrage.

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  45. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 59 reviews

    Synopsis Your ducks have worked tirelessly to amass a fortune in gold and diamonds, but their hard-earned treasure has caught the eye of a ruthless chicken gang. These feathered fiends are on a mission to plunder your wealth and decimate your duck army. With addictive gameplay, endless challenges, and a touch of feathered fun, Quacker Bros offers hours of entertainment for strategy enthusiasts a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quacker Bros : First Heist.

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  46. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 513 reviews

    INTRODUCTION Welcome to Pizza Hero, the exciting new shoot 'em up roguelite that puts a delicious twist on the genre! In this game, you'll play as a brave pizza who must defend the world from an invasion of enemies. As you battle your way through the game, you'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of different toppings that will grant you special abilities. For example, selecting p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pizza Hero.

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  47. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    90% User Score Based on 1,033 reviews

    Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Karate Survivor.

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  48. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 51 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    Yuki is an epic adventure where you become a space ranger, in VR and MR! You’ll face perils in deep space and your only companions throughout this journey are POD, your sidekick, and your own skill while playing. Dodge and defeat countless waves of projectiles and enemies while you get better and better with power-ups and charms to help you out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to YUKI Space Ranger.

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  49. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 384 reviews

    Three limbs ripped off, infected with a deadly parasite, you must survive. Drag yourself through the hallways of an infested arcship, fight off twisted eldritch creatures, craft vaccines and ammunition, and escape to civilization. Endoparasitic 2 is the continuation of the tactical survival horror game Endoparasitic. You must manually do every action from reloading to moving. Juggle movement an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endoparasitic 2.

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  50. Immerse yourself in the future battlegrounds of "Silicon War:Blitz",fighting shoulder to shoulder with your mech! Feel the rush of speed and evasion, navigate through relentless bullet barrages, and make precise shots in fierce combat to carve out a chance for survival. Embrace strategy and choice, along with growth and upgrades. Every decision you make is a step toward your own legend.S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silicon War:Blitz.

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