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Games like Project Root

2014PCPlayStationXbox51 % positive

An indie sci-fi shooter with light RPG elements set in a world dominated by an energy corporation. I know the game only vaguely, so this rating is conservative.

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

The closest matches for Project Root are Gun Metal, Alien Shooter and Alien Shooter 2 Conscription. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Project Root special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Gun Metal

96 %Match

2002PCXbox86 % positive2.99 €

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

You pilot a giant combat mech that can switch into an agile jet at any moment, fighting an invading force across linear missions. The fast swap between ground and air combat is the main appeal.

Alien Shooter

Focus on a single character

A classic top-down arcade shooter where you blast alone through swarms of aliens in an infested research base. Light RPG elements like weapon purchases and stat upgrades add some long-term motivation.

Deadzone: Rogue

Sci-fi setting

A roguelite first-person shooter set in deep space where you blast through enemy hordes, loot gear, and rebuild your loadout every run. Between deaths you piece together the truth behind your mission.

Subject 9

Focus on a single character

A small indie sci-fi shooter where you play an escaped test subject with elemental powers fleeing a ruthless corporation. Combat blends gunplay, superpowers and the environment.

Incoming Forces

Sci-fi setting

An arcade-style sci-fi shooter from 2002 in which you fight as an alien soldier defending your home world against a human armada. Levels are packed with enemies and targets to destroy.

Metal Planet

Sci-fi setting

An indie shooter where you fight as a power-armored soldier on a metal-covered planet in a war between two corporations. The focus is on continuous battles with powerful weapons.

Silent Bomber

Sci-fi setting

A fast-paced PS1-era sci-fi action game where you play bomb expert Jutah Fate, planting and detonating explosive charges to wipe out enemies. Collecting E-Chips lets you carry more bombs.

Bezier

Sci-fi setting

A twin-stick shooter set inside a huge underground computer, telling an escape story that touches on evolution, faith and family. Simple arcade blasting is paired with a more reflective narrative.

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