2d games

There are tons of 2d games offering a variety of entertaining yet educational experiences related to 2d. Players can learn about the 2d in an interactive way, as the games are designed to be fun and engaging. The games range from simple arcade-style challenges to more complex strategic puzzles. All these 2d games feature vibrant, colorful graphics and simple, easy-to-understand instructions, so even the youngest players can join in on the fun.

Mega Man ZX Advent

Mega Man ZX Advent (2007)

Mega Man ZX Advent is an action-packed game for the Nintendo DS. Players follow two heroes, Grey and Ashe, as they search for answers to a chaotic war between humans and robots. With the dynamic Biometal system at its core, players can switch back and forth between forms including eight bosses with unique abilities. The game offers various ways of fighting bosses in order to win rewards such as nearly 24 different items. It also features co-op or head-to-head wireless play (two cartridges required) as well as a downloadable mini game (one cartridge required).
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Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight (2018)

Hollow Knight is a 2D action-adventure game that puts an emphasis on traditional animation and skillful gameplay. Players take the role of a nameless knight as they explore Hallownest, an ancient underground kingdom inhabited by strange creatures. Along the way, players will traverse ruined cities, forests of fungus, temples of bone and other mysterious landscapes in order to uncover an ancient mystery. The game features challenging combat, unique characters and environments for players to explore.
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Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!

Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! (2021)

Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! is a critically-acclaimed psychological horror story in which the player takes on the role of the main character and joins a literature club in search of romance. Through writing poems for their crush, they unravel the mysteries (and horrors) of school romance. With new features and content exclusive to this version, players will have to carefully consider every choice they make if they want to get the perfect ending.
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Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (2017)

In Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight, players explore a cursed land in decline where evil has spread, the dead have risen and corruption reigns. The only hope is to seek an audience with her majesty, the queen. Players will be able to enjoy beautifully animated graphics as they fight their way through intense boss battles with challenging patterns and epic scale. With difficulty settings appropriate for all types of players from story lovers to hardcore action enthusiasts, there are items that can be combined to create new strategies while exploring a widely varied world filled with secrets and treasures. Eccentric allies and foes have compelling personalities while mysterious lore adds depth to events, dialogues and item descriptions.
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BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend (2016)

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend is a 2D fighting game that brings the renowned franchise to your living room. This definitive installment offers players an opportunity to uncover the secrets of Chrono Phantasma Extend, taking them into exciting and engaging battles. Featuring numerous characters, stages and modes, BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend provides riveting combat experiences with hours of replayability.
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Castle Crashers Remastered

Castle Crashers Remastered (2015)

Castle Crashers Remastered is an updated version of the classic video game. It boasts new features, such as a multiplayer mini-game called Back Off Barbarian. The textures in this remastered version are five times larger than those found in the original game, making for a more immersive experience. Fans of Castle Crashers will have plenty to look forward to with this impressive upgrade!
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Celeste

Celeste (2018)

In Celeste, players take control of Madeline as she embarks on a journey to the top of Celeste Mountain. Developed by the creators of TowerFall, this platformer features tight controls and hand-crafted levels that challenge players every step of the way. Players must help Madeline survive her climb up the mountain, navigating treacherous terrain and challenging enemies along the way.
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Undertale

Undertale (2018)

Undertale is an RPG video game that follows a human who falls into the underground world of monsters. The player must find their way out or remain trapped forever. Killing is not necessary and players can negotiate their way out of danger using the unique battle system which involves timing attacks for extra damage and dodging enemy attacks in a top-down shooter style. The game features original art and soundtrack, as well as a soulful story with an emphasis on humor. Created mostly by one person, Undertale offers characters to befriend and even date (including skeletons). There are at least five dogs throughout the game - can you count them?
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Mega Man Zero

Mega Man Zero (2002)

In Mega Man Zero, it is up to the player to help exiled scientist Ciel discover the source of a new reploid energy. Playing as Zero, a reploid from the Mega Man X series who was turned good by Sigma Virus and 100 years of sleep, players must fight their adversaries and find the energy source or risk ultimate defeat. It is up to them to defend good from destructive powers in the universe.
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Cave Story

Cave Story (2010)

Cave Story is a WiiWare video game that takes players into the world of Mimiga, a curious race of rabbit-like creatures. The player wakes up in a dark cave with no memory and must uncover Mimiga Village to save them from a maniacal scientist. Through their adventures, they learn about the origins of this world's power and must use it to stop the villain and save the Mimiga.
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Bomb Chicken

Bomb Chicken (2018)

Bomb Chicken is an explosive exploration platformer video game in which a seemingly ordinary chicken has gained the ability to lay bombs after a freak accident. Players take control of this free range hero as they traverse levels, utilizing the versatile bomb-laying mechanic to overcome obstacles and enemies as they progress. With its unique blend of platforming and puzzle solving elements, Bomb Chicken offers hours of fun for gamers of all ages.
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Mega Man 10

Mega Man 10 (2010)

Mega Man 10 is the latest entry in the iconic 8-bit franchise. It features an Easy Mode, allowing players of all ages and skill levels to enjoy making it through the game. Players also have access to Time Attack Mode from the start, as well as play-through videos from other gamers around the globe. Proto Man can also be selected as a playable character. With these new features, Mega Man 10 offers something for everyone!
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SOLAS 128

SOLAS 128 (2021)

SOLAS 128 is a beam deflection game with a difference, set in an alternate reality of neon clockwork mechanisms. Players must repair the machine by solving over 150 interlocking puzzles that require them to reflect, collide, merge, split and filter distinct pulses in perfect sync with the unique electronic soundtrack. As they progress through the game, puzzles will start to spill across multiple screens and players will need to think strategically to complete each level. The ultimate goal is to reconnect the pathways that have been destroyed by an unknown external force.
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Dungeon Encounters

Dungeon Encounters (2021)

Dungeon Encounters is a dungeon exploration RPG from the development team behind the legendary FINAL FANTASY franchise. Players must strategize to survive as they explore an otherworldly labyrinth on the outskirts of a quiet town. The streamlined interface provides players with freedom to prepare and manage their party as they strive to reach the final floor, discovering rare and powerful items along the way. Battle encounters can be revealed with special abilities, allowing players to choose when and where they engage enemies while using an Active Time Battle (ATB) system made famous by FINAL FANTASY series in real-time. Alongside navigating obstacles such as secret passages and hidden traps, players will also uncover events marked with white numbers which provide them with items, unlock/change abilities, restore health, find merchants etc., all recorded for future reference in a valuable resource known as Event Log.
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Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga

Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga (2022)

Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga is a turn-based strategy video game set in the fictional land of Tahnra. Players take on the role of an academy graduate who leads a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Throughout their journey, players must recruit heroes, form bonds and lead their forces into battle using various tactics such as terrain, morale and more to ultimately bring peace back to Tahnra.
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Gorogoa

Gorogoa (2017)

Gorogoa is a video game that takes the puzzle genre to a whole new level. It tells an elaborate story through hand-drawn illustrations created by Jason Roberts. The visuals are stunning and the puzzles creative and challenging, making it an amazing experience for players of all ages.
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Salt and Sanctuary

Salt and Sanctuary (2016)

Salt and Sanctuary is an action-RPG video game that follows a shipwrecked sailor's journey through a purgatorial island. The world outside the island is at war, but within the walls of Sanctuaries hope remains for travelers who join together under common creeds to stay safe from danger. Players must explore dungeons, fight monsters, and collect items in order to progress on their quest for redemption.
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Terraria

Terraria (2013)

Terraria is an action-adventure sandbox game that features side-scrolling, crafting and exploration. Players explore a vast and vibrant world filled with unique items to find, fight bosses and build their own structures as they progress through the game. The emphasis on exploration encourages players to discover new items and locations in order to survive and thrive in Terraria's ever changing environment. With its creative building tools, crafting system, enemies to battle and ample rewards for exploration - Terraria offers a one of a kind experience that will keep players engaged for hours.
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Fez

Fez (2013)

In the video game Fez, players take on the role of Gomez, a 2D creature living in what he believes is a two-dimensional world. However, when he discovers an enigmatic artifact that reveals to him the existence of a mysterious third dimension, his entire perception and understanding of his reality changes drastically. By exploring this new realm with its various puzzles and secrets to uncover, Gomez must traverse through a strange and surreal environment as he unravels the mysteries behind this newfound realm.
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Alwa's Awakening

Alwa's Awakening (2017)

Alwa's Awakening is an 8-bit adventure game set in the land of Alwa. Players take on the role of a hero who must use their magic staff and platforming skills to progress through the large interconnected world, solve puzzles, battle enemies, and defeat bosses. Along the way they will uncover secrets and help free Alwa from evil forces. This challenging yet charming game provides hours of exploration and fun for gamers of all ages.
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Koihime Enbu

Koihime Enbu (2016)

Koihime Enbu is an arcade fighting game developed by BaseSon and released in 2015. It features fast-paced combat, tight controls, clean visuals and 13 different playable characters. Players can choose from a diverse selection of warriors inspired by Romance of the Three Kingdoms, with each character having their own unique moveset. The game also includes a story mode as well as network play for online match-ups. Koihime Enbu has been praised for its smooth gameplay and colorful graphics, making it an enjoyable experience for both casual and competitive players alike.
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Muse Dash

Muse Dash (2019)

Muse Dash is an exciting combination of parkour and music game that tasks players with restoring the world after it has been tampered by a mirror image code. Players must join forces with three beautiful characters to defeat enemies, traverse obstacles, and complete levels set to lively soundtracks. The game features multiple difficulty settings, allowing players of all skill levels to enjoy the challenge. With its dynamic gameplay and colorful aesthetic, Muse Dash offers hours of entertainment for those looking for a unique way to experience classic rhythm games.
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Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel

Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel (2016)

Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel is an exciting fighting game from the makers of Arcana Heart. It offers fast-paced action with easy-to-learn gameplay, making it accessible to players of all levels. Players can link together combo chains and use assist mechanics to get up to six characters onscreen at once for some truly chaotic battles!
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Edna & Harvey: The Breakout

Edna & Harvey: The Breakout (2011)

In Edna & Harvey: The Breakout, players take control of Edna as she wakes up in a padded cell in an insane asylum with no memories of the past. Together with her speaking stuffed toy bunny Harvey, they attempt to escape while encountering various oddball inmates like the Man in the Bee's costume and Siamese twins Hoti and Moti. As she regains her memories of the past, however, Dr. Marcel will do everything he can to stop them from succeeding. Players must navigate their way through puzzles and obstacles to help Edna break out of prison and uncover what sinister scheme is afoot.
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Granblue Fantasy: Versus

Granblue Fantasy: Versus (2020)

Granblue Fantasy: Versus is an action-packed head-to-head fighting game based on the international mobile phenomenon Granblue Fantasy. Developed by legendary fighting game studio Arc System Works and Cygames, it features a colorful cast of their most popular characters with unique fighting styles that are easy to learn but hard to master. Players can experience high production values as they fight across vivid 2.5D environments brought to life by Stelle Magna's stirring soundtrack, all designed by Final Fantasy series art director Hideo Minaba. With its accessible battle system suitable for players of all levels, Granblue Fantasy: Versus promises an unforgettable adventure and exciting battles for fans of both the Granblue lore and fighting games alike!
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Carto

Carto (2020)

Carto is a relaxing adventure game featuring an innovative world-shifting puzzle system. Players take on the role of Carto and use their powers to explore mysterious lands, make new friends, and guide her on her journey home. Along the way, players must solve various puzzles that will require them to manipulate the environment in order to progress. Carto offers a unique experience for players who enjoy both exploration and challenging puzzles.
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Rabi-Ribi

Rabi-Ribi (2017)

Rabi-Ribi is an action adventure video game that puts players in the shoes of a bunny girl. As they explore Rabi-Ribi Island, they will have to dodge bullets, missiles and lasers while battling enemies with their Piko Hammer or various spells from afar with their fairy friend. Players can also collect power-ups and uncover secrets as they make their way through the island.
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The King of Fighters XV

The King of Fighters XV (2022)

The King of Fighters XV is the latest installment in the long-running fighting game series, which debuted in 1994. With stunning graphics and an improved battle system, KOF XV features a total of 39 characters including classic favorites as well as new ones. Its Story Mode continues from its predecessor with an explosive climax while its rollback netcode allows for lag-free online play with various options to choose from. Additionally, players can enjoy a Gallery full of movies and voices plus over 300 popular songs at DJ STATION. This incredible package makes The King of Fighters XV the ultimate dream match experience!
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Blaster Master Zero III

Blaster Master Zero III (2021)

Blaster Master Zero III is the latest installment in the Blaster Master series. In this game, protagonist Jason travels to planet Sophia, where the story of the series began, to save heroine Eve from an unknown fate. This third and final chapter of the Blaster Master saga promises a thrilling conclusion as players will explore new areas on Sophia while using their trusty vehicle SOPHIA-III for combat and platforming. With unique weapons at their disposal and multiple endings depending on how they play, gamers are sure to be in for a wild ride with Blaster Master Zero III!
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Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth

Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth (2022)

In Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth, players control the character Deedlit who has awoken in a mysterious and unknown place, with nobody around to answer her questions. She sets off on foot alone, seeking answers and using a variety of weapons and elemental spirits' power to solve the labyrinth's arcane mysteries as she goes. Players will enjoy beautiful pixel animations as they progress through this 2D action adventure game that is based on Record of Lodoss War.
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Nobody Saves the World

Nobody Saves the World (2022)

Nobody Saves the World is an action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee. The game follows protagonist Nobody, who must master the art of transformation to become a Slug, Ghost, Dragon and more in order to save the world from The Calamity. Players can complete quests to discover different forms and mix abilities in unexpected ways. There's also a vast overworld that players can explore either solo or with friends online while tackling shape-shifting dungeons along their journey.
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BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma (2014)

BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma is a video game which follows Ragna the Bloodedge on his mission to hunt down the villainous Terumi and save Noel's life, as well as the fate of the entire world. This version introduces a new fighting system called Overdrive which can make characters more powerful and increase speed for faster, more enjoyable play.
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Owlboy

Owlboy (2018)

Owlboy is a vertical platform adventure video game set in the sky. The story takes place after a great calamity has spread apart many of the world's islands. Players take control of Otus, one of the last remaining owls and part of a race known for their great wonders. In order to save his people, Otus must embark on an epic quest that will test his courage and determination as he faces numerous enemies and obstacles along the way.
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World of Goo

World of Goo (2008)

World of Goo is a physics-based puzzle/construction game developed by 2D Boy for the WiiWare platform. Players take control of millions of Goo Balls, who live in their own beautiful world and have no idea that they are part of a game or that they are incredibly tasty. Through solving puzzles with these Goo Balls, players build structures to traverse obstacles and progress in the game.
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Deponia Doomsday

Deponia Doomsday (2016)

Deponia Doomsday is an action-packed and hilarious video game that challenges players to alter Deponia's fate. Players take on the role of Rufus, a character trying to change his past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet. Along the way they will face off against time itself while encountering all sorts of platypus-tastic obstacles in their path. Can you help Rufus save Deponia?
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FRAMED Collection

FRAMED Collection (2018)

The FRAMED Collection is a compilation of the critically-acclaimed, multi-award winning noir puzzle games FRAMED and FRAMED 2. Players are presented with an extensive series of visual puzzles which require logic and imagination to rearrange comic book panels in order to progress through a story full of comedic blunders, untimely deaths, stylish heists, fast getaways and nail-biting escapades. The updated UI for Switch includes intuitive tactile controls perfectly suited for portable play on the Switch console. With this collection you can turn any quick train trip or holiday into an exciting adventure!
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Ghost Song

Ghost Song (2022)

In Ghost Song, players take on the role of a Deadsuit awakening from slumber on the moon of Lorian. Players must explore winding caverns and uncover ancient mysteries and cosmic terror as they journey beneath the surface. Along their path, they will acquire new abilities to help them unearth the secrets of this alien world.
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Time Loader

Time Loader (2021)

Time Loader is a story-driven, physics-based puzzle platformer game. Players take control of a small robot and travel back in time to the 90s to prevent a tragic accident. To do this, they must explore the house of their creator and solve brain teasing puzzles while acquiring unique upgrades. Through these puzzles, players will be able to see common household items from an entirely new perspective. However, it's important for them to remember that messing with time can have serious consequences; even if they succeed in changing the past, there may still be repercussions from their actions that need to be dealt with.
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Valfaris

Valfaris (2019)

Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer set in a far corner of space. Developed by the award-winning team behind Slain: Back From Hell, Valfaris features brutal combat and deadly enemies, rendered with stunning pixel art. Alongside this breathtaking visual experience is an equally savage soundtrack that promises to rip the galaxy a new wormhole. Get ready for an incredible gaming adventure!
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Guacamelee!

Guacamelee! (2013)

Guacamelee! is a video game set in Mexico, featuring a protagonist named Juan Aguacate. The story begins when El Presidente's Daughter is kidnapped by an Evil Charro Skeleton and Juan takes it upon himself to save her. During his quest, he must travel through alternate dimensions such as The World of the Dead and The World of Nightmares in order to rescue the girl he loves. Along the way, players will be able to explore vibrant locations filled with challenging puzzles and combat sequences that require strategy and agility.
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Below

Below (2020)

Below is an innovative video game that combines classic rogue-like elements with moody graphics and Kinect technology. You are tasked to explore the open world in search of rare items and special loot while fighting against the Darkness, a malevolent AI-controlled character. The level progression changes based on your surroundings as it senses them through Kinect. With its unique combination of features, Below promises to provide players with an unforgettable experience!
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Sword of the Stars: The Pit

Sword of the Stars: The Pit (2013)

Sword of the Stars: The Pit is an action RPG that pays homage to classic "dungeon-diving" games such as Rogue. Set in the Sword of the Stars universe, this game offers a modern gaming experience while maintaining its traditional roots. Players will be able to explore dungeons, battle monsters and collect loot while enjoying fast-paced combat and a lighthearted atmosphere.
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Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery

Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery (2021)

Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery is a beautiful, interactive fiction game about an aspiring artist completing her masterpiece for a gallery submission. Players guide brush strokes and solve puzzles with the help of an eccentric neighbor and his pesky cat as they journey through stunningly hand-animated visuals, smooth soundtracks, and panoramic landscapes in search of missing colors to bring their paintings to life. Along the way they will uncover emotional tales of chance and artistry revealed behind unrelated yet familiar moments.
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Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos

Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos (2021)

Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos is an adventure game for up to four players. Set in the world of Tasos, a once peaceful land now threatened by dark evil stirring beneath its surface, it's up to a band of heroes to save the people from disaster. Players must explore expansive overworlds and procedural dungeons, collecting secrets and taking on challenging enemies to weaken the ancient seals that hold back powerful Titans. By working together cooperatively, players can defeat these monsters and restore peace in the land of Tasos!
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Castle Crashers

Castle Crashers (2010)

Castle Crashers is an award-winning video game developed by the independent developer The Behemoth, best known for creating Alien Hominid HD. This medieval-style game provides players with plenty of insanity as they battle their way through waves of enemies and bosses in order to save four princesses from the clutches of a wizard. The silly characters, vibrant visuals, and cooperative play make Castle Crashers an enjoyable experience for all types of gamers.
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The Big Con

The Big Con (2021)

The Big Con is an adventure video game where players take on the role of Ali, a high school junior who has gone AWOL from band camp to save her family's video store from loan sharks. Players will have to hustle through the 90s as they navigate their way around dangerous gangs and attempt to make money by taking advantage of the latest collectible plushie craze. Along the way, players may also make interesting friends that can help them in their mission.
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Shank 2

Shank 2 (2012)

Shank 2 is a side-scrolling video game in which players take control of Shank, a former mob hitman. The story follows his quest for redemption as he must return to action when the lives of those close to him are threatened. The combat and controls system has been improved upon from the original game, with fluid brawling mechanics and stunning visuals. Additionally, an intense new arcade-style survival co-op mode has also been added; two gamers will team up together to fight against their enemies while making use of environment and weapon pick-ups for survival.
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Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 (2022)

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 is the sequel to the popular side-scrolling action game. Players take control of Copen and Lola as they fight their way through challenging levels with a variety of weapons and skills. The game features an extensive skill tree, allowing for customization of your characters' abilities and attacks, as well as boss battles against powerful foes. With its fast-paced combat, stunning visuals, and unique style of play, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 will provide hours of intense fun for all types of gamers.
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Honey, I Joined a Cult

Honey, I Joined a Cult (2022)

In Honey, I Joined a Cult, players take on the role of a cult leader and must build up their own sect from scratch. The ultimate goal is to reach enlightenment while at the same time earning money through donations and other means. Players can customize their cult's look, recruit members, manage resources, send out missionaries and more. Along the way there are plenty of humorous characters and situations to discover as you strive for success with funky music in the background.
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Prison Architect

Prison Architect (2016)

In Prison Architect, players are tasked with the challenge of building and managing a maximum security prison. Players must create all the essentials for their prison such as plumbing for toilets, guard towers, and even a workout room. It is also important to keep prisoners in check by preventing riots and escapes from occurring. With this game, you can build your dream prison from scratch!
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