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Games Like Ex-Zodiac

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Female Protagonist, Shooter, Arcade.

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A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.

Reviews: Very Positive — 94% — of 999 reviews
Released: 2022-07-21
Developer: MNKY
Publisher: Pixeljam
Genres: Action, Indie, Early Access
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 36 min
Mean playtime: 1.0 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 34%

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    91% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 65.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

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    Windows

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    75% matchMostly Positive71% of 150 reviews2019
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    Windows
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    Windows

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    73% matchVery Positive89% of 65 reviews2021
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    72% matchVery Positive93% of 1,456 reviews2016
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    74% matchMixed69% of 162 reviews2016
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    68% matchVery Positive85% of 687 reviews2025
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    71% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2022
    Dev: ganashaw
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    69% matchVery Positive90% of 100 reviews2023
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    Windows

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    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,855 reviews2014
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    Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
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    70% matchMixed58% of 587 reviews2017
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    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Zan and her orc sisters must fight to save their homeland from a demonic invasion! Immerse yourself in a sprawling underground world where the rich lore, exploration and puzzles of classic adventure games blend with the visceral combat of a 90s' shooter.

    Why similar: Shooter 27.3%, Female Protagonist 26.6%, Retro 22.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Action 7.1%

  56. #56 Galaxy Highways
    64% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Nanopike
    Windows · Mac

    An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

    Why similar: Shooter 25.5%, Space 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Retro 15.5%, Colorful 14.5%

  57. #57 SUGURI
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
    Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, Shooter 13.4%, Action 8.3%, Indie 4%

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