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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Indie, 2D, Singleplayer.

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Create your own bosses to battle in this arcade action and adventure. Yep, there is a story as well as pure action modes for those who want to blast things. Explore worlds while you upgrade your tech and improve your base. Make new friends, adopt pets and even fly a kite.

Reviews: Very Positive — 83% — of 77 reviews
Released: 2017-11-02
Developer: Donley Time Foundation
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 4.7 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 94%

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