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Looking for games like Zed Blade? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with TENGAI, SynthEscape or ACA NEOGEO ZED BLADE.

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  1. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 36 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    A great commander ruled an eastern plain for a long time, but his mind completely changed one day. He formed a mysterious army under his command and took several women as hostages to his palace. His evil power extended to his neighbouring countries and the princess of western country, fell into his hand. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TENGAI.

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  2. SynthEscape is a 80s synthwave-themed shmup with a heavy emphasis on grazing bullets to power your bullet-slowing energy field. I grew up playing shmups like Radiant Silvergun, Gradius V, R-Type Delta, Darius, etc and love new indie shmups like ZeroRanger, Devil Blade Reboot, Crimson Clover EX. This is inspired in part by all of them. Humanity is ruled by a ruthless AI and its endless m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SynthEscape.

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  3. ZED BLADE is a horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up released by NMK in 1994. With the ability to select aircraft weaponry, you can battle in a way that fits your play style. Join Operation Ragnarok to destroy the giant runaway fortress Yggdrasil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ACA NEOGEO ZED BLADE.

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  4. A retro 2D vertical scroll shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GyroBlade.

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  5. 33%Game Brain Score
    33% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    G-Darius is a shoot'em up arcade game, released by Taito in 1997. It is the fourth arcade installment of the Darius series and the first in the entire series to feature three-dimensional polygonal graphics. Much like previous installments in the Darius series, G-Darius is a two-dimensional horizontally scrolling shoot'em up set in a fictional future. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to G-Darius.

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  6. 45%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    R-Type Leo is a horizontally scrolling shooter arcade game. It is a spin-off of the R-Type series and the last entry to be released in Arcades. R-Type Leo was initially an original shoot 'em up game in development by Nanao before Irem retooled it into an R-Type project instead. It is also the first R-Type game to feature simultaneous two player gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to R-Type Leo.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    ALIENS BLAST YOU FROM ALL DIRECTIONS! HELLFIRE is Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter! This PC port of the celebrated 1989 arcade title features online leaderboards, arcade-accurate emulation, quick saves, and more. You'll face a blood-boiling trial of complex choices, blazing graphics, and aliens ambushing from every angle. Firepower alone won't cut it; you must use your weapons strategically… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellfire.

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  8. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    85% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    The Gunstar family are the protectors of the planet Gunstar 9. After many years of peace, vicious dictator Colonel Red kidnapped the Gunstar twins’ older brother and used mind control to make him his slave. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunstar Heroes.

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  9. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 609 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 1 reviews

    Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival. Steredenn is at the crossroads between a shmup and a rogue-like. Enjoy the infinite replayability of the game with its unforgiving gameplay, intense boss fights, (almost) ran… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steredenn.

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  10. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    81% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Experience shoot'em up like you have never before. 'Beekyr Reloaded' is a 2D Arcade Shmup that alternates vertical and horizontal gameplay through enjoyable 28 stages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beekyr Reloaded.

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  11. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    71% User Score Based on 104 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 3 reviews

    Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Donuts'n'Justice.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 448 reviews

    Platypus is a fast, frantic and fun arcade-style shoot-em-up. The vast continent-spanning city of Collosatropolis has finally reached the limits of its expansion. Tall buildings cover every available space. The air is thick with smoke and poisonous chemicals. Parking is a nightmare. The Collosotropolan leaders have decided the simplest solution is to invade the neighbouring country of Mungola. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus.

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  14. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development
    89% User Score Based on 45 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 2 reviews

    Wings Of Bluestar is a 2D horizontal shmup (shoot'em up) that offers singe and local multiplayer. It's sci-fi themed and has an anime art style. The game offers a lot of features to unlock using ingame earned points, these features are like more credits, boss challenge, gallery etc. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings Of Bluestar.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Zero Wing is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game, notable for a poorly translated English version for Sega Mega Drive (Genesis) that spawned the "All your base are belong to us" Internet meme. Gameplay includes novel features such as being able to 'tractor' enemy ships, using them to shield your own. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zero Wing.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    96% User Score Based on 332 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathsmiles.

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  17. Brave Rounds is a fast-paced, close range-heavy vertical scrolling bullet hell shoot 'em up with the beauty and ruthless precision of 00s arcade classics. Shoot them up by yourself or co-op together with a friend! Master the art of getting closer and beat the heck out of them! Play as one of three playable characters accompanied with their Options. Shoot the wide shot, focus shot, deploy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brave Rounds.

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  18. 36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    48% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    A rich village, social, and equipment trading system. A rich village, social, and equipment trading system. Thrilling PVE level challenges. Thrilling PVE level challenges. Skill-testing PVP player duels. Skill-testing PVP player duels. About the GameIn the virtual world of GigaSlave, you will take on the role of an agent, tackling various plot-driven challenges and engaging in r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 核金风暴(GigaSlave).

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  19. Dawn Raider is a vertically scrolling shoot 'em up made by Taiwanese developer Softstar Entertainment that was released for DOS in 1990. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dawn Raider.

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  20. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Ultra Mega Planet Battles is an intense arcade-style, space-based, twin-stick shooter. Players can play by themselves, or with up to 3 friends local co-op. Select your character, select and modify your ship, then get shooting! 8 campaign missions across the solar system Over 30 unique enemies and bosses Up to 4 players local co-op3 difficulty settings Select from 4 different characters Select… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultra Mega Planet Battles.

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  21. 62%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    The sequel to Pulstar, Blazing Star is again a horizontal-scrolling shoot-'em-up. One or two players proceed along levels, each with a boss enemy at the end, trying to redeem the humankind. There are six ships to choose from, each with its own pilot (four of them female), weapons and characteristics of movement. Each ship has its own types of shots, but also a standard shot, charged shot (more pow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blazing Star.

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  22. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Silkworm is a classic horizontally-scrolling shoot-em-up. The main difference between this game and many other side-scrolling shoot-em-ups is that you will be on land as well as in the air. The first player would play as a helicopter, but if a second player joins the game, they would play as a jeep. Both players would have to protect each other as well as themselves. After a certain number of kill… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silkworm.

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    31%Game Brain Score
    31% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Hellfire is a 1989 horizontally scrolling shooter arcade video game originally developed by Toaplan and published in Japan by Taito and North America by U.S.A. Games.[1] The first horizontal shoot 'em up title to be created by Toaplan, the game takes place in the year 2998 where a space matter known as Black Nebula created by robot dictator Super Mech spreads and threatens to engulf human-controll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellfire.

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  24. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    38% User Score Based on 5 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Experience sensory overload with shoot-em-up master Cave's Akai Katana. Set in a parallel world resembling Japan's Taisho period, the people have discovered the powerful Blood Swords. Requiring human sacrifices to unleash their immense destructive power, these swords have been used by the empire to crush neighboring countries. However, all the bloodshed and power gained through sacrificing close f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akai Katana.

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  25. 47%Game Brain Score
    47% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Ghost Pilots is a vertical-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game released in 1991 by SNK. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost Pilots.

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  26. TwinBee Yahho!: Fushigi no Kuni de Ooabare!! is a vertical-scrolling shoot-'em-up released by Konami as a coin-operated video game in 1995. It is the third and final game in the TwinBee series released for the arcades. During the same year as its arcade release, the game was released for the PlayStation and Sega Saturn in a two-in-one compilation with its predecessor, Detana!! TwinBee, titled Det… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TwinBee Yahho!: Fushigi no Kuni de Ooabare!!.

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  27. Originally released in 1990, Zarlor Mercenary brought the excitement of top-down shooters to the Atari Lynx handheld console. Now, relive those days in this remastered emulated version. WANTED: Hot gun for hire. Travel to several exotic and dangerous places. Discover several exotic and dangerous aliens and kill them. Kill lots. For cash. Buy more weapons and kill again.GameplayChoose from a numbe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zarlor Mercenary.

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  28. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    A terrorist group has taken out the world information flow and, as either a guy named Albert Ross or a woman named Leila, you must stop them. You can also get cool weapons that pack more of a punch than your ordinary hand gun. Also RT2 is a password supported game, so in other words you get a password at the end of each round so if you loss all your lives, you can continue from the end of that ro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rolling Thunder 2.

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  29. Aero Blasters: Trouble Specialty Raid Unit is a 1990 horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up video game developed and published by Kaneko and licensed to Namco. The game was originally released in the arcades in 1990 and was subsequently released for the PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16 (as Aero Blasters) and Sega Mega Drive/Genesis (as Air Buster in North America) in 1990 and 1991 respectively. In Aero Blast… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aero Blasters.

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  30. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 17 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 6 reviews

    Samurai Aces Episode I, Samurai Aces Episode II: TENGAI, Samurai Aces Episode III: SENGOKU CANNON, GUNBARICH, GUNBIRD, and GUNBIRD2 unite to form this epic arcade collection! Bring the arcade home by blasting through these shooters vertically in the popular ‘TATE’ mode for the ultimate shoot-em-up experience! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psikyo Shooting Stars Bravo.

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  31. 78%Game Brain Score
    79% User Score Based on 93 reviews

    Sunset Riders is a horizontally-scrolling platform shoot-em-up for up to four players set in America's Wild West. Four sharpshooter bounty hunters (Steve, Billy, Bob and Cormano) set out to claim the bounties for killing the most wanted outlaws in the West, before a final showdown against the infamous Sir Richard de la Rose. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunset Riders.

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  32. GeminiArms is a side scrolling 2D shoot'em up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GeminiArms.

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  33. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Pyro Fighters is a scrolling space shooter with platforming physics. You are equipped with a flamethrower you can use to propel yourself in the air by aiming downward. It is also your primary method of attacking, so don't get too distracted trying to stay airborne. The game pits you against tricky platforming and bullet-hell challenges, so be sure to bring up to four players to better prepare for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyro Fighters.

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    34%Game Brain Score
    34% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Darius is a two-dimensional horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up set in a fictional future. Uniquely among shoot 'em ups, the game's screen is three times wider than conventional size, and the arcade cabinet uses an arrangement of three screens to accommodate it. The player controls an ornate fighter spacecraft, named the Silver Hawk, and must navigate through scrolling terrain while battling a var… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darius.

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  35. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    U.N. Squadron / Area 88 is a horizontally-scrolling shoot-em-up and is based on the Manga series of the same name. The game features characters from the original Manga and their mission is to battle their way through enemy-packed levels to stop a terrorist group known as 'Project 4'. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to U.N. Squadron.

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  36. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    This party games gives you 15 stages of puzzles and bosses that you can solve either by playing on your own or with your friends! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toon Shooters 2: The Freelancers.

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  37. Arbalester is a scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game released by SETA in 1989, licensed to Taito and Romstar. The player controls a fighter jet and shoots enemies in the air and on the ground, collects power-ups, and defeats bosses to advance levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arbalester.

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    28%Game Brain Score
    28% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    Sky Kid is a 2-D, scrolling shooter type of game. You play as the character Sky Kid. Sky Kid flies around in a bi-plane and is assigned specific targets during the missions. These missions involved bombing specific targets. This would seem easy, however, there are a few obstacles Sky Kid must overcome to get to the target safely. First, the bi-plane is not equipped with the bomb. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Kid.

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    URG is a retro-style side-scrolling arcade shooter with beautiful 3D graphics and a ton of action with big explosions and a co-op mode for up to four players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to URG.

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  40. Many years after a global war humanity is close to extinction because of lack of water. You’re the young pilot who finds a flying war ship and travels into inner earth to discovers machine creatures who are responsible for humanity's suffering. Take control of the flying ship and fight the machines to save the world. Avoid enemies and walls and use different weapons to destroy the big bosses. A … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Saviour Reloaded.

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  41. 32%Game Brain Score
    32% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    While the game is essentially a standard horizontally scrolling shoot'em up, it has an innovation that makes it unique in the genre. The player flies a spaceship (specifically, a bioship) which has the standard forward guns to be found in all horizontal scrollers, but it also possesses a weapon that can be manually targeted with a crosshair, in the same manner as in the game "Missile Command". Thi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bio-Ship Paladin.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    I got a little plane. I call it Cannoship. I with my cannonship fight strange enemies to save the world Overview:Cannon ship is a classic shooter game but with modern touches! You must fight with huge number of enemies to save the world from annihilation. You don't seem to stand a chance, but by upgrade your ship you can destroy a bosses and many different enemies! Features:- 8 different s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cannonship.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    relive your arcade bullet hell shooter / shoot em up style in your home. with customisation & 2 player co op mode Default Controls Keyboard P1 : Move : W,A,S.D Fire : F Bomb : G P2 : Move :... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burst Fighter.

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  44. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    88% User Score Based on 3,770 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game A WW1 action game built around fully destructible battlefields where chaos reigns supreme. Explosions tear through terrain, fortifications collapse, and the front line can change shape minute to minute. Over The Top: WWI turns the grim setting of the Great War into a frantic playground of destruction where plans rarely ever survive first contact. Pick your RoleCha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Over The Top: WWI.

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  45. 8-way water gun blasting horizontal 2D arcade co-op shoot ‘em up, with ducks?! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yellow Trouble.

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  46. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    OverviewShizuku and Akane...two pilots bound by rivalry and friendship battle to save their world from malevolent cosmic forces! Revolgear Zero is a deeply satisfying, local co-op enabled fast paced arcade style Shmup with tons of customization options and replay-ability! Multi-directional boomerang style melee attacks, flamethrowers, burst lasers...a plethora of different weapons are at your dis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revolgear Zero.

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  47. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    96% User Score Based on 96 reviews

    StoryThirty years have passed since the first battle against the alien menace in Project X. Now, the threat has returned—stronger, smarter, and more relentless than ever. Project X: Light Years brings back high-octane, side-scrolling shoot’em-up action as the official successor to the beloved Amiga classic. Crafted by passionate fans and shaped through close collaboration with players and m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project X: Light Years.

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  48. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Engage in an epic battle to save the realm from the clutches of darkness in Legacy of Evil, a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up that puts you in command of a formidable band of legendary RPG heroes. Assemble a diverse party of warriors, mages, rogues, and more, each with unique abilities and skills. Embark on a heroic quest to vanquish the sinister Count Dravlo Stradic, a once-noble man cursed by da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy Of Evil.

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  49. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    93% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Angels swooping across a disastrous sky! The shoot 'em up of gothic horrors is back Deathsmiles is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up game set in the alternate world of Gilverado, where girls known as "Angels" take center stage. The game features an exotic world imbued with gothic horror themes, adorable character designs, and intuitive controls that will keep you coming back for more. • Includes 3 s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathsmiles I・II.

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  50. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 473 reviews

    Free movement ship control while the screen advances automatically. Single fire button. Collect stars to obtain temporary special shots. Collected fruits award points that can be converted into extra lives. Modes: practice, score attack (single life), adjustable difficulty If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus Reclayed.

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