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Games like your boss is calling (playdate)

Games like your boss is calling (playdate)

Games like your boss is calling (playdate)

Looking for games like your boss is calling (playdate)? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Ghosts & Monsters, POLARIS™ or Mutants Ate My Carrots.

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  1. The game. Ghosts & Monsters, as you may have guessed, is partly a clone of other games, including the unforgettable Ghosts'n Goblins of the years ' 80, this time our hero is not kidnapped the girl, but is simply willing to make a clean sweep of all those monsters scattered around the various worlds that oppress people. To move our hero will use the cursor keys: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghosts & Monsters.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    62% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Discord Join the POLARIS™ Discord community, the best place to discuss the game and to meet fellow players! About the GameSkylancer: Our planets have been overtaken by the Regime. Join us and together we will shatter the yoke of their oppression. COOPERATIVE PVE EXTRACTION Take flight with up to 3 other players for 4 player team-oriented gameplay, focused around guerilla warfare against the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to POLARIS™.

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  3. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    A fairytale forest in decay. A black rabbit ready to fight... and a king lion who only looks out for himself. Unlock new skills and discover who stole your carrots in a humorous adventure full of fun puzzles and mutated kickass moves. FEATURES• A dual inventory: One for collecting items and one for collecting skills!• Beautiful 2D hand drawn backgrounds and animation.• A unique story with lots of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mutants Ate My Carrots.

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    42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    46% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Acaratus is a turnbased tactical RPG set in a medieval steampunk world where you build and fight with your mechanized battle suits to help Adina free the people enslaved by the emperor Helios, their oppressor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Acaratus.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    56% User Score Based on 134 reviews

    This is a Short Clicking Adventure Game in which you Save Earth from an Alien Invasion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLANETS OF WAR.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    38% User Score Based on 173 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Dish out carnage of hellish proportions in Gunnheim, a top-down co-op shooter where the equation is simple: vikings + guns = mayhem! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunnheim.

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  7. CREATION OF A GOD: THE ETERNAL VILLAGE The game combines action roguelike mechanics, platforming, village building, puzzles, and combat in a procedural world where you never know what might happen. You must fulfill the demands of a mysterious god or you will be destroyed! -You'll build a village from nothing, choosing from over twenty types of buildings. You'll gather resources in four procedu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creation of a god: The Eternal Village.

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  8. Graffiti Cleanup Rush About me Hey ! I'm Léo Imbert. I created this game solo for a game jam, mainly because it’s tough to find people who work with Pyxel . Everything in the game was made during the jam, except for the graffiti assets, which are from Craftpix. You can check them out here. About the game This game was made in 3 days for the Mini Jame Gam #43. The theme was 'Overflow' and the s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Graffiti Cleanup Rush.

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  9. 31%Game Brain Score
    31% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    In the game Schiffbruch you are stranded on a desert island in the southern Caribbean. First you have to manage to survive: That means finding drinking water and something to eat. Later you explore the island, experience adventures and try to be rescued from the island. How to play The most important elements in Schiffbruch are the three fluid levels on the right side of your screen. If your hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schiffbruch.

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  10. - 'Spell of Infinity' is a 3D MOBA game set in a world of swords and magic. You can team up with other players and fight in 4:4 battles or compete in boss mob raids. Also, most of the content is open so you can enjoy the game without any separate purchases, so there is no burden! Join the online battlefield right now! - Strategically select 16 heroes to subdue your enemies! (Tank type STR, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spell of Infinity.

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  11. As one of the most legendary and highest-ranking adventurers of all time, countless tales about you have been spoken. No person does not know of your name or your deeds. However, this wasn't enough for you. While tales about you will be told for decades to come, you believed none will outlast the test of time. No tale could withstand centuries - even millennia. Thus, you picked up your trusty swo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spiritbound.

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  12. Stat Swap Showdown: Castle of Challenges Swap your stats to try different combinations in order to achieve victory against the 3 different bosses! Earn three stat cubes each time you defeat a boss. Earn money in battle to upgrade your weapons! The bosses are intended to be fought in order 1-3. but... being a game jam, all the doors are open so you can see all the bosses without having to beat the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stat Swap Showdown: Castle of Challenges.

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  13. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Gunhawk is lightgun game for the original Nintendo Entertainment System that can be played with either the NES Zapper or a standard NES controller. In Gunhawk, you will control the eponymous mech as you shoot your way through 5 multi-stage sectors to escape the enemy base. Between levels, you will have the opportunity to upgrade the Gunhawk's capabilities and become more powerful.  As you clear ea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunhawk.

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  14. One night, in a near future a special investigation Unit named Liz has to face a strange case that seems a common one, but it's not. She has to respond to a distress call from a pharmaceutical company and investigate, collecting infos and survive using her own tools. Figure out what happened in order to resolve the case and find the truth about the laboratory accident. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LIZ: Before the Plague.

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    In the near future, the climate will warm, the glaciers will melt, and the last land mass will disappear, and the Earth will enter an ocean age. This catastrophic change reduced the population. In order to continue civilization, human beings started the "Merman project". On the one hand, physicists have urgently developed "concentrated oxygen", which allows the human body to mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mermaid.

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  16. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    With over 50,000,000 plays over the previous parts, the Incursion series has enthralled and challenged many players over the years. Now you can save your world from darkness in new Incursion: The Thing. Bigger! Faster! Stronger! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incursion: The Thing.

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  17. A journey to the hell and back! Hellbreachers is a retro styled action-platformer with RPG character progression system. Choose one of three heroes and than one of ten specializations, progress through spectacular locations and take on challenging bosses! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellbreachers.

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  18. In an ancient world torn between light and darkness, King Alden - the last ruler of Solara - stands alone against the encroaching forces of Umbra. The story follows his desperate quest to defend his realm from goblins, orcs, and restless dead that swarm across a shattered valley. Players will step into Alden’s boots, battling through six hand‑crafted levels that culminate in epic boss encounters. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kings Do Not Fall.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    73% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    A cursor-driven incremental action roguelike with auto-attacks. Take on the final boss with a single sword. Every stage, a powerful boss stands in your way. Push through to the final boss with a single sword. Pick awakening cards to forge your own blade. Each weapon brings a unique awakening tree. Slain enemies have a chance to drop relic chests. Complete a set to chain powe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Re:Blade.

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  20. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    IT STARTS WITH A SINGLE CLICK Every great scientific breakthrough begins with a simple interaction. Experience the visceral satisfaction of your first stress test. It’s just you, a basic switch, and a lightbulb destined for oblivion. Rotate the dial, watch the filament glow, and enjoy physics-based destruction that has never felt this personal. UNLOCK POWERFUL UPGRADES Reinvest your hard-earned pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Watt's the Limit?.

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  21. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 121 reviews

    Your PC has been infected severely by an unknown virus, causing your antivirus to fail. The next thing, you became a cursor and now it's up to you to save your computer from being overrun by viruses. Dive into your files and identify the viruses causing the chaos! Identifile: Desktop Dungeon is a cursor-based action roguelike set inside your own infected operating system. It blends the frantic … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Identifile: Desktop Dungeon.

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  22. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    89% User Score Based on 125 reviews

    WELCOME TO PROLOGUE OF NONE SHALL INTRUDE!In this free version, you are able to conquer the first Act of Herelon. Will you be able to defeat the Dragon Slayer and secure the first part of the map? None Shall Intrude invites you to embrace the unparalleled power of a Raid Boss in a unique and immersive gaming experience. Prepare to traverse vibrant realms, engage in intense battles, and conquer … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to None Shall Intrude: Descent.

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  23. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    When the stars become hunting grounds, do you choose to sink into desire or tear apart the darkness? A sci-fi action game that combines roguelike survival shooting and mecha cultivation, with a "vampire survivor"-like fast-paced battle as the core, bringing an adrenaline-pumping interstellar survival experience. Protagonist team setting: In this chaotic interstellar, a team of i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Girl Frame.

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  24. In a distant future, mankind has landed on the asteroid X-474 to mine extremely rare minerals, but after many mysterious accidents the communications with the asteroid crew members has been lost. You play as Luna, member of the investigation team sent to survey the activities on the asteroid, unfortunately you will find alien creatures has attacked the facilities and, you sole mission is to sur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmotroid.

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  25. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    89% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Slash, stab, and shoot your way through a multi-tiered museum filled with corrupted automata, customizing your weapon with the scraps of the fallen. Clockwork Sword is a thrilling isometric hack and slash, in which you utilize combinations of weapons and elements to conquer your foes. In Clockwork Sword, every part of your weapon can be customized to fit your playstyle. Forms dictate the mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clockwork Sword.

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  26. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    96% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    The Adventure of Ninomae Ina'nis is a vertical shoot 'em up game where you control Ninomae Ina'nis from Hololive Myth and her companion AO-chan.Story ModeThe Takodachi have gone missing and it is up to Ina and AO-chan to find them! This is a casual mode where players will make their way through three levels unraveling the mystery of the missing Takodachi. This mode has unlimited continues and save… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Adventure of Ninomae Ina'nis.

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  27. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    81% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Breakout: Epilepsia This Game May Trigger Epilepsy: The game is called Epilepsia for a reason. It contains rapidly flashing lights, repeated patterns, and intense visual effects that may affect people with photosensitivity or epilepsy. If you are prone to seizures, or if you believe this game could cause you harm, we strongly advise against playing it. Play responsibly and take care of your hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breakout Epilepsia.

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  28. Damnation Alley is a tribute to the all time classic C64 game, Spy Hunter and is available for both Mac and PC's. Also featured is the InvadeAload space invaders game that used to be playable while the main game loaded from tape. Esc can be pressed at any time in that game to jump straight to the main game. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Damnation Alley.

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  29. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    A wacky boss fighting game with a charming and unique style, where the only goal is to beat them all! Collect Bits to unlock cool cosmetics! Can you master each boss on their hardest difficultys? Watch the beta trailer: Beta TrailerPlaylist: Playlist Leave a comment, I like to read them. The game is in beta so expect some bugs, but not too many, as releases will be playtested before they come o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slapstick Bosses.

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  30. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, graphics
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Fight your way through zombified robots, slime creatures, and a multitude of other enemies & bosses, as well as a plethora of levels, secrets & easter eggs to discover, collectible gems to... well... collect, as well as characters & dogs to talk to. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nessy the... Robot.

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  31. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    85% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    Against Great Darkness Prologue is a brick-breaker, bullet hell, roguelite. Choose your pagan deity and break free from the clutches of Lucifer. Juggle your disks to defeat your enemies as you progress through the waves of minions and confront relentless demonic bosses. In each run, acquire powerful relics that will assist you in your escape. Juggle the disks to unleash the power they hold and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Against Great Darkness.

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  32. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    A time-traveling roguelike, where you cooperate with your past selves to overcome all odds. Summon several versions of yourself, and work with them to defeat all foes! Check out Red Kangaroo's review! See the playthrough of the Ambush Challenge to get a faster introduction to chronomancy! 7DRL reviewers, please read the Feedback Requested section below! This is a traditional roguelike: terrain … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ember Deep.

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  33. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    84% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    WISHLIST PLZ!https://store.steampowered.com/app/1954540/_/ About the Game Differences between the prologue and the full version The prologue opens up a character The prologue opens up a map Unlock the true potential of your mech and witness its constant growth and upgrades! In deserts, ice and even satellites, kill thousands of swarms to strengthen your mech! At the end of each battle you will… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heavy Storm Shadow:Prologue.

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  34. 40%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    75% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    UNIQUE HEROES Heroes with different elements, classes, races, abilities, and stories! Will you play with a human warrior who controls fire, or with an elf hunter who creates ice clones? And many more like this! RPG ELEMENTS Choose your evolution stats, purchase and upgrade items, combine skills and play according to your style-whether dealing massive damage or becoming immortal. Alternatively, fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gems Of Evolution.

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  35. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Unearth the origins of Marcus, the valiant Knight of Adamantia, in this nostalgic retro-flash, isometric RPG game which precedes Eukarion Tales 2. Follow Marcus’ extraordinary transformation from a humble squire to a legendary hero, as you immerse yourself in a rich, fantasy-filled storyline within a captivating European Middle Age-inspired world. Engage in intense battles against hordes of e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eukarion Tales: Origins.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    81% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    The fast-paced twin-stick shooter game in the grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting. It had been more than a hundred years since the terrible plague devoured the whole Europe and turned almost everyone there in the maddened mutants. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REMEDIUM.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 1,843 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 15 reviews

    Ronin (stylized as RONIN) is a 2015 turn-based action platformer video game developed by Polish indie developer Tomasz Wacławek, designer at polish indie studio Flying Wild Hog, and published by Devolver Digital. It was released for Microsoft Windows on May 27, 2015 into Early Access and left it on June 30, 2015. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RONIN.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    85% User Score Based on 129 reviews

    You are a space trooper. Somehow you got to the enemy territory, and you should wait for your squad to get out of here! But only God knows when will they arrive to you! They will send you bonuses for killed enemies to longer your life till they arrive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Attack.

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  39. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Get the full game now! About the GameThis is the free prologue version of The Crackpet Show, an action-packed rogue-lite shoot’em-up about mutated animals that fight in a bizarre TV show that includes three episodes from the first season. Are you ready to get famous? If so, grab your gun and join the most violent TV show in the history of violent TV shows! Participants will have to shoot, smash… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Crackpet Show: Prologue.

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  40. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    77% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    // Overdrive is an addictive arcade fast-paced procedural shooter rogue lite. Clear each procedurally generated rooms, loot some precious upgrades, fight bosses and defeat the final boss! Enter your name in the glorious leaderboards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to // OVERDRIVE.

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  41. Aerial action with lots of jumping! Take control of Sanae and try to get through the five stages!How to play Shot: Default Z key Jump: Default X key Hovering: default spacebar Dash: press and hold the shot key on groundShot This is a low-risk action that allows you to attack safely from a distance. You need to align your axis with the enemy, so you can combine it with hovering for a concent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 風の祝子 ~早苗さんの妖怪退治~.

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  42. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reign of Bullets.

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  43. Chosen by a magic cloth you must face a gang of evil dogs trying to conquer the world. Gather different abilities with the help of the Power Yarns scattered through the world to slash and pounce your way through 14 stages and 7 amazing bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nyanroo The Supercat.

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  44. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    63% User Score Based on 281 reviews

    The legendary game is now on Itch.io! Can you prove that you are a good player, go through a difficult path and save your brother? This challenge is not for wimps!     BROTHER!!! - this is a hardcore 2D-platformer in retro style (pixel). You are the magician Ben, your brother Jarl got into trouble. Evil has invaded! He can't win alone!   Key Features: interesting, addictive and fun gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BROTHER!!! Save him! - Hardcore Platformer.

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  45. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    66% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    We're happy to present a new game in the Alien Shooter universe! Get prepared to unique tactical gameplay, lots of monster types and 8 fighter types allowing you create your own style of completing missions and defeating bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Hallway 2.

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  46. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    71% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Hero of Not Our Time is a 2D top-down action game with elements of 90s classics. The player will have to move through neo-noir dungeons looking for a way out, simultaneously destroying various monsters using magic and weapon, cleaning up location after location. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero of Not Our Time.

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  47. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    77% User Score Based on 143 reviews

    The Legend of Karl is a 2.5D hack and slash platformer. You'll master various weapons while exploring the deep diabolical world. A quest struggling between Good and Evil, fight for Justice and what you Believe! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Karl.

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    22%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    28% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Mysterious Alien obsessed with TV Reality shows decide to organize his own reality show - Epic Showdown. He gathers the best fighters from all dimensions, universes, and realities to survive in a battle to the death! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Showdown.

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  49. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    60% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Add in WishList!!https://store.steampowered.com/app/2014740 About the GameWISHLIST THE FULL GAME! New characters, weapons, skills, bosses and so much more! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1930600/Beautiful_Mystic_Survivors/ This is the free version of Beautiful Mystic Survivors, an action roguelite that sees beautiful heroines facing countless hordes of monsters. Plan out strategic builds, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beautiful Mystic Survivors: Prologue.

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  50. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Legacy of the Elder Star is a mouse-driven shoot 'em up for the rest of us. You are the Cosmonaut, an eternal cosmic hero who must shatter the robotic Infinite Legion and rekindle a dying star! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy of the Elder Star.

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