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2015 PC

A near-future sci-fi shooter in which robots and AI turn against their creators, and you take control of machines to rescue people. Playable solo, co-op or in multiplayer.

What defines Escape Machines:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Strong character progression
  • Tactical depth
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for Escape Machines are Diluvion, Deep Sky Derelicts and Putrefaction 2: Void Walker. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Escape Machines special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Diluvion

94 %

2017 PC 19.99 € 👍 62 % Mixed, 1,105 reviews on Steam

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Strong character progression
  • Tactical depth

You captain a submarine through a flooded, Jules Verne-inspired world, exploring sunken ruins and settlements and fighting underwater battles. The moody deep sea and the management of your boat and crew are the core of the experience.

Deep Sky Derelicts

Tactical depth

A turn-based sci-fi tactical RPG where you scavenge derelict alien ships as an outcast, hire mercenaries and upgrade your gear. Its dark retro-futuristic comic-book look and card-like, initiative-driven combat give it a distinct identity.

Zombotron

Action-packed real-time combat

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Foreclosed

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Starward Rogue

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Bioweaver

Action-packed real-time combat

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Tactical depth

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Goliath

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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Neon City Riders

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

An indie action game set in a retro cyberpunk city where you gather superpowers, explore gang turfs and beat the turf bosses to reunite the gangs.

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