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Games Like Project AETHER: First Contact

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Arcade, Shoot 'Em Up, Top-Down Shooter.

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As a threat from beyond looms over the solar system, take control of the AETHER prototype in this rhythmic and tactical space shooter - fusing classic arcade-style action with stunning 3D environments and an engaging sci-fi story.

Reviews: Positive — 93% — of 29 reviews
Released: 2020-02-24
Developer: Sleepy Spider Studios
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
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    95% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Entropy Is Software Development
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    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Game Masterminds
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    94% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
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    Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    91% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
    Dev: Just Two ltd.
    Windows

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    91% matchNo user reviews
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    89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows
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    Windows

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    73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
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    Windows

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    72% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
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    71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
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    71% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
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    73% matchNo user reviews2021
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    68% matchVery Positive87% of 181 reviews2023
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    70% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2018
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    68% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2021
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    Dev: Bare Knuckle Development
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A modern take on the retro arcade shooter. Super Mega Space Blaster Special is a fast-paced frantic blast of a shoot 'em up (shmup). Played alone or in local coop the game is addictive and will keep you coming back to unlock the next ship or beat your high-score.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.5%, Action 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%

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