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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Indie, Platformer, Great Soundtrack.

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When an old woman's computer system is taken over by a virus bent on total annihilation, you assume control of an ordinary software program transformed into an elite combat machine. Retake the system and build your character into a formidable instrument of retribution.

Reviews: Very Positive — 95% — of 55 reviews
Released: 2019-08-12
Developer: Traxmaster Software
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    In Defendoooooor!!!, it's your job to fight an alien invasion.

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 22.4%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Action 15.3%, Platformer 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.9%

  58. #58 Prison City
    64% matchVery Positive85% of 170 reviews2023
    Dev: Retroware
    Windows

    Prison City is a dystopian, action-packed side-scroller with tight mechanics and intricate level design. Battle Techno-Terrorists with your chakram and grenades, eat hot dogs for health, and locate contacts to help take down bosses.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 36.1%, Platformer 29.1%, Sci-fi 19.5%, Action 12.4%, Singleplayer 3%

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