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RankingSimilarity & Review |
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SimilarityCompared to VS. Not a review! |
Similarity ScalePercentage of possible points earned scored -1 to 1 in tenths in 60 categories Genre Controls Modes Progress Builds Stages Content Aesthetic Vibe |
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GunlockedA very interesting genre-twisting option if you want a vertically scrolling space game that otherwise checks off most survivors-like features. Fairly unique for its presentation as a classic shoot em up, limiting it on exploration scores but perhaps making it more fun than most clones with a twist on the format. Surprisingly, the "lock on" mechanic makes this less of a bullet heaven than other titles, despite the shmup format. Interesting for our scale, this is an aiming mechanic but with only movement controls. Runs are 15 minutes but also more difficult. If you want to avoid rather than mow, Gunlocked supplies a nice gameplay loop. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Auto-Shooter Enemy Hell Roguelite Shoot 'Em Up Single Stick Shooter Survivors-like Vertical Scrolling Shmup Wave Shooter |
8.8
Combined Ranking Score
5/72
Ranking Position
1476/1600
Total Points
|
9.2
Final Review
91%
Steam
9.9
Scale
8.7
Vibes
335
Steam Reviews
377/400
Review Points
|
8.3
Similarity Score
92%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1099/1200
Comparison Points
|
94%
Genre 7.1/8
genre
|
96%
Simple Controls 6.5/7
move
|
94%
Survival Modes 3.5/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
92%
Buildcrafting Depth 4.2/5
build
|
72%
Stage Features 3.1/7
stage
|
92%
Content Breadth 7.6/9
stuff
|
90%
Aesthetics 4.8/6
style
|
96%
Gameplay Vibe Check 9.1/10
vibe
vibe
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Void ScrappersA fan loved tightly designed little space survivors-like with a really jammin soundtrack that seals the deal. One handed play possible if you map the boost. Definitely faster and much harder than most games here start off. There's a lot of competition among the space games, this is one of the better ones. It manages to straddle the line of simple and complex in many ways, never seeming to suffer from the lack of trappings in some other games, but also hiding a bit of its depth under arcade stylings and unclear unlocks. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Enemy Hell Roguelite Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric |
8.8
Combined Ranking Score
7/72
Ranking Position
1471/1600
Total Points
|
9.3
Final Review
91%
Steam
9.6
Scale
9.3
Vibes
404
Steam Reviews
380/400
Review Points
|
8.2
Similarity Score
91%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1091/1200
Comparison Points
|
94%
Genre 7.1/8
genre
|
87%
Simple Controls 5.2/7
move
|
99%
Survival Modes 3.9/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
100%
Buildcrafting Depth 5/5
build
|
79%
Stage Features 4.1/7
stage
|
74%
Content Breadth 4.4/9
stuff
|
100%
Aesthetics 6/6
style
|
99%
Gameplay Vibe Check 9.7/10
vibe
vibe
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Bio PrototypeThis bioengineering themed arena wave survival game might be my favorite of the Brotato-style auto shooters so far. The logic puzzle style chaining of abilities from your "brain" gives me something enjoyable to look forward to on each round end and within the rounds the movement-only wave survival is quite enjoyable. I also dig the ugly-cute aesthetic and overall vibe, making this a title I'm looking forward to putting more time into. I think if you like Brotato and want to really think through strategy between rounds, this is a good choice. If you like "spellcrafting" games this could be considered similar. It even lets you test your build before going to the next wave! Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Brotato-style Bullet Heaven Content Rich Enemy Hell Roguelite Single Stick Shooter Spell Crafting Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Wave Survival |
8.5
Combined Ranking Score
13/72
Ranking Position
1436/1600
Total Points
|
9.3
Final Review
92%
Steam
9.9
Scale
8.8
Vibes
2041
Steam Reviews
379/400
Review Points
|
7.6
Similarity Score
88%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1057/1200
Comparison Points
|
100%
Genre 8/8
genre
|
100%
Simple Controls 7/7
move
|
85%
Survival Modes 2.8/4
modes
|
56%
Power Progression 0.5/4
level
|
100%
Buildcrafting Depth 5/5
build
|
54%
Stage Features 0.6/7
stage
|
86%
Content Breadth 6.4/9
stuff
|
100%
Aesthetics 6/6
style
|
98%
Gameplay Vibe Check 9.5/10
vibe
vibe
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Time WastersA commonly suggested survivors-like made even better if you'd rather aim and dodge boost in space. With a cute vibe, anime gal characters and satisfying gameplay, this one sucked me in. I spent a ton of time with this one, only reason it's not highly recommended is enemy and map variety is lacking, despite some fun map tower defense style features. Much zippier gameplay from the start compared to some games. It's easy to jump into your next run. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Bullet Heaven Enemy Hell Horde Survival Mowing Game Rogue-lite Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Twin Stick Shooter Wave Survival |
8.4
Combined Ranking Score
14/72
Ranking Position
1432/1600
Total Points
|
9.2
Final Review
90%
Steam
9.2
Scale
9.3
Vibes
1677
Steam Reviews
375/400
Review Points
|
7.6
Similarity Score
88%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1057/1200
Comparison Points
|
96%
Genre 7.3/8
genre
|
70%
Simple Controls 2.8/7
move
|
100%
Survival Modes 4/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
77%
Buildcrafting Depth 2.7/5
build
|
93%
Stage Features 6/7
stage
|
76%
Content Breadth 4.6/9
stuff
|
89%
Aesthetics 4.7/6
style
|
97%
Gameplay Vibe Check 9.4/10
vibe
vibe
|
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GreedlandA Crysis meets Starship Troopers meets Crimsonland survivors-like, aka a top down shooter with sci fi tech. It seemed designed to be a twin stick shooter (looks like it) but with auto-aim on it's very much was a survivors-like stuck in a mission based 2010s shooter user interface. Once you get into a run it's solid. It's not a chatty game but actually does have subtle humor sprinkled about it and while it has a dash and special move they are all mapped to the left side of the controller by default. Lots of challenges and an endless mode. It's not AAA graphics but if you want your next survivors-like to be a sci fi wave shooter on land with a 3D engine this might be the best pick I've come across yet. Still developing! Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Bullet Heaven Enemy Hell Horde Survival Mowing Game Roguelite Single Stick Shooter Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Twin Stick Shooter Wave Survival |
8.1
Combined Ranking Score
22/72
Ranking Position
1421/1600
Total Points
|
8.4
Final Review
84%
Steam
8.3
Scale
8.6
Vibes
912
Steam Reviews
353/400
Review Points
|
7.8
Similarity Score
89%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1068/1200
Comparison Points
|
99%
Genre 7.8/8
genre
|
83%
Simple Controls 4.6/7
move
|
100%
Survival Modes 4/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
98%
Buildcrafting Depth 4.8/5
build
|
82%
Stage Features 4.5/7
stage
|
83%
Content Breadth 5.9/9
stuff
|
72%
Aesthetics 2.6/6
style
|
93%
Gameplay Vibe Check 8.6/10
vibe
vibe
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Star SurvivorA bit janky but ambitious deck building space ship equipping survivors-like, which also has a campaign mode. Metaprogression is available via both purchasable ships and unlockable and upgradeable cards. Has a boost mechanic relying on ship direction to create a high level of challenge - it may be too much to zen out to, but the great degree of customization and variety of game modes here may addict you. It's a little generic looking, starts slow, and some bugs and UI issues bring down the review score. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Bullet Heaven Deckbuilding Enemy Hell Horde Survival Rogue-lite Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Wave Survival |
7.7
Combined Ranking Score
30/72
Ranking Position
1391/1600
Total Points
|
7.7
Final Review
74%
Steam
7.4
Scale
8.3
Vibes
337
Steam Reviews
331/400
Review Points
|
7.7
Similarity Score
88%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1060/1200
Comparison Points
|
99%
Genre 7.8/8
genre
|
68%
Simple Controls 2.5/7
move
|
100%
Survival Modes 4/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
100%
Buildcrafting Depth 5/5
build
|
83%
Stage Features 4.6/7
stage
|
84%
Content Breadth 6.2/9
stuff
|
71%
Aesthetics 2.5/6
style
|
92%
Gameplay Vibe Check 8.4/10
vibe
vibe
|
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BrotatoA must play for Newgrounds nostalgic arena shooter fans that also seems to alienate some hardcore Vampire Survivors fans. Featuring 1 handed play and on the surface very similar and often suggested, but missing many exploration features and subtle differences (like leveling at end of waves) might make it not hit the zen mark. Lots of people love this one but I admit I personally couldn't get into it. It was a little disappointing after the many recommendations. Great character ability twists and buildcrafting challenges if it clicks for you. Very popular for a reason! Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Arena Shooter Auto-Shooter Brotato-style Bullet Heaven Content Rich Roguelite Single Stick Shooter Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Wave Survival |
7.6
Combined Ranking Score
32/72
Ranking Position
1365/1600
Total Points
|
8.1
Final Review
96%
Steam
7.8
Scale
7.0
Vibes
48003
Steam Reviews
344/400
Review Points
|
7.0
Similarity Score
85%
Diagnosis:
Similar
1021/1200
Comparison Points
|
95%
Genre 7.2/8
genre
|
99%
Simple Controls 6.8/7
move
|
85%
Survival Modes 2.8/4
modes
|
73%
Power Progression 1.8/4
level
|
93%
Buildcrafting Depth 4.3/5
build
|
68%
Stage Features 2.5/7
stage
|
80%
Content Breadth 5.4/9
stuff
|
69%
Aesthetics 2.3/6
style
|
93%
Gameplay Vibe Check 8.6/10
vibe
vibe
|
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Reality BreakVery Different. An option if you'd like to aim and pull the trigger in space, want more exploration aspects, and enjoy inventory/equipment management. Also more story. It has wave survival often, but it's not a horde movement/zen game. It's an isometric looter shooter ARPG, kind of like Diablo, with some Rogue-lite inspired elements but not your expected permadeath style. Lots going for it at this early stage of development! Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Action RPG Looter Shooter Roguelite Story Rich Top Down or Isometric Twin Stick Shooter Wave Survival |
7.4
Combined Ranking Score
36/72
Ranking Position
-/1600
Total Points
|
8.8
Final Review
-%
Steam
9.6
Scale
7.9
Vibes
0
Steam Reviews
275/400
Review Points
|
6.1
Similarity Score
81%
Diagnosis:
Very Different
967/1200
Comparison Points
|
73%
Genre 3.6/8
genre
|
46%
Simple Controls -0.5/7
move
|
85%
Survival Modes 2.8/4
modes
|
98%
Power Progression 3.8/4
level
|
89%
Buildcrafting Depth 3.9/5
build
|
100%
Stage Features 7/7
stage
|
84%
Content Breadth 6.2/9
stuff
|
82%
Aesthetics 3.8/6
style
|
82%
Gameplay Vibe Check 6.3/10
vibe
vibe
|
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Risk of Rain 2Very Different. An action focused rogue-lite third-person shooter with tons of enemies. Often recommended on reddit to fans of over the top builds, but high focus on reaction speed and aiming makes this very different from VS. It's also notable for an active multiplayer player base. No currency based meta progression, so very highly dependent on player skill. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Bullet Heaven Content Rich Dungeon Crawler Horde Survival Roguelite Third-Person Shooter Wave Survival |
7.2
Combined Ranking Score
38/72
Ranking Position
1294/1600
Total Points
|
9.0
Final Review
96%
Steam
8.5
Scale
8.9
Vibes
166251
Steam Reviews
370/400
Review Points
|
5.4
Similarity Score
77%
Diagnosis:
Very Different
924/1200
Comparison Points
|
69%
Genre 3/8
genre
|
12%
Simple Controls -5.3/7
move
|
84%
Survival Modes 2.7/4
modes
|
69%
Power Progression 1.5/4
level
|
88%
Buildcrafting Depth 3.8/5
build
|
88%
Stage Features 5.3/7
stage
|
100%
Content Breadth 9/9
stuff
|
90%
Aesthetics 4.8/6
style
|
91%
Gameplay Vibe Check 8.1/10
vibe
vibe
|
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Assault Android CactusDifferent. This is an older arcade top down shooter. Cactus used to be mentioned more right when VS came out, before the clones. It comes with a campaign mode and "infinity drive" wave survival mode that technically has an end at 49 levels but is "near impossible" to get to. Also a "daily drive" that can give you some of that randomized challenge run feeling. No Rogue-lite elements or builds, but collecting 'volts' to increase weapon power feels very similar to VS XP. It might scratch your itch, it's widely considered to be a great game. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Dungeon Crawler Story Rich Survivors-like Top Down or Isometric Twin Stick Shooter Wave Shooter Wave Survival |
7.0
Combined Ranking Score
42/72
Ranking Position
1252/1600
Total Points
|
9.5
Final Review
94%
Steam
9.8
Scale
9.3
Vibes
1207
Steam Reviews
385/400
Review Points
|
4.5
Similarity Score
72%
Diagnosis:
Different
867/1200
Comparison Points
|
69%
Genre 3.1/8
genre
|
41%
Simple Controls -1.2/7
move
|
90%
Survival Modes 3.2/4
modes
|
53%
Power Progression 0.2/4
level
|
51%
Buildcrafting Depth 0.1/5
build
|
75%
Stage Features 3.5/7
stage
|
97%
Content Breadth 8.5/9
stuff
|
79%
Aesthetics 3.5/6
style
|
81%
Gameplay Vibe Check 6.2/10
vibe
vibe
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Risk of RainVery Different. Sidescrolling metroidvania style shooter often recommended on reddit to fans of over the top builds. But it's very reliant on action controls with many buttons and doesn't have a bullet heaven vibe right away. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Action Platformer Bullet Heaven Content Rich Dungeon Crawler Roguelite Roguevania Sidescroller Wave Shooter Wave Survival |
6.9
Combined Ranking Score
44/72
Ranking Position
1268/1600
Total Points
|
8.7
Final Review
93%
Steam
8.8
Scale
8.0
Vibes
20147
Steam Reviews
361/400
Review Points
|
5.1
Similarity Score
76%
Diagnosis:
Very Different
907/1200
Comparison Points
|
67%
Genre 2.7/8
genre
|
7%
Simple Controls -6/7
move
|
84%
Survival Modes 2.7/4
modes
|
71%
Power Progression 1.7/4
level
|
68%
Buildcrafting Depth 1.8/5
build
|
93%
Stage Features 6/7
stage
|
97%
Content Breadth 8.5/9
stuff
|
100%
Aesthetics 6/6
style
|
91%
Gameplay Vibe Check 8.2/10
vibe
vibe
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Whisker Squadron: SurvivorVery Different. An excellent pick if you want to mix it up with a rogue-lite Star Fox style rail shooter survival with leveling mechanics. Has a ton of control differences but sometimes the differences from most survivors-likes makes a game your next favorite. Main complaint is there just isn't enough content. I want more varied pilots, weapons, maps, more bullet heaven aspects. I hope they bring a lot more during Early Access. Needs more for the price and a greater breadth and depth would skyrocket it up this list. Hate the energy meter firing delay. Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
On-Rails Shooter Roguelite Survivors-like |
6.5
Combined Ranking Score
46/72
Ranking Position
1219/1600
Total Points
|
8.7
Final Review
92%
Steam
8.4
Scale
8.4
Vibes
180
Steam Reviews
360/400
Review Points
|
4.3
Similarity Score
72%
Diagnosis:
Very Different
859/1200
Comparison Points
|
71%
Genre 3.4/8
genre
|
29%
Simple Controls -3/7
move
|
85%
Survival Modes 2.8/4
modes
|
100%
Power Progression 4/4
level
|
60%
Buildcrafting Depth 1/5
build
|
60%
Stage Features 1.4/7
stage
|
75%
Content Breadth 4.5/9
stuff
|
88%
Aesthetics 4.6/6
style
|
82%
Gameplay Vibe Check 6.4/10
vibe
vibe
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The RiftbreakerVery Different. A top down shooter horde survival game, but in the long term resource gathering sense in the main campaign mode. Build a base, or rather multiple bases, as you attempt to survive on an alien planet. Relevant to this sheet is the timed survival mode. It recently came on sale on steam so I decided to see how it matches up on this scale considering it shares some elements. It may be an interesting one to check out if you enjoyed the horde and exploration aspects of the genre but wished for a long game with persistent progression instead of short runs. Technically, though, with a hardcore mode enabling permadeath it's optionally rogueish. I wouldn't say it's similar to Vampire Survivors, but it is a horde survival game for sure! Dev? Experienced player? Help us rank this game! [Submit Feature Survey] [Submit Review] |
Action RPG Base Building Content Rich Horde Survival Roguelite Sandbox Story Rich Survival Craft Top Down or Isometric Tower Defense Twin Stick Shooter Wave Survival |
6.3
Combined Ranking Score
48/72
Ranking Position
1182/1600
Total Points
|
9.0
Final Review
91%
Steam
9.4
Scale
8.5
Vibes
13901
Steam Reviews
370/400
Review Points
|
3.5
Similarity Score
68%
Diagnosis:
Very Different
812/1200
Comparison Points
|
68%
Genre 2.8/8
genre
|
11%
Simple Controls -5.5/7
move
|
85%
Survival Modes 2.8/4
modes
|
38%
Power Progression -1/4
level
|
80%
Buildcrafting Depth 3/5
build
|
82%
Stage Features 4.5/7
stage
|
95%
Content Breadth 8.1/9
stuff
|
69%
Aesthetics 2.3/6
style
|
75%
Gameplay Vibe Check 5/10
vibe
vibe
|
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