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Games Like 2 Minutes to Die

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You awaken in the dark, a cold shiver running down your spine. The familiar setting of your home feels eerily foreign. Something is wrong—terribly wrong. As you gather your senses, a wave of dread washes over you. Button 1: Ctrl, Button 2: Alt.

Reviews: 3 user reviews — 67% — of 3 reviews
Released: 2025-01-02
Developer: Jacob Stetka
Publisher: Level55Games
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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