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A post-apocalyptic arcade shooter. Collect fuel and dodge enemy fire as you fight back against the evil Scorpio gang. Mixes cars, shmups and themes that would have been right at home in 80's anime and arcades..

2022ActionIndie14.99 USDWindowsby Pixel Licker LLC
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Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Dead End City at current Steam store prices.

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    Asteroids... But Roguelite

    Start off as a weak ship with a simple attack and fight through waves of enemies, earning currency in order to purchase upgrades for your ship. The never ending waves of enemies grow in number, power, and variety as you progress. Purchase upgrades to keep pace with them.

    2020ActionIndie4.99 USDSteam ↗
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    2nd Shot

    In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!

    2024ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. 3

    Marimoth

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    2021ActionIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. 4

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Frequently asked about Dead End City

How much does Dead End City cost?
Dead End City is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Dead End City?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Dead End City are Asteroids... But Roguelite, Hexapoda, STARR RINGER.
Who developed Dead End City?
Dead End City was developed by Pixel Licker LLC.

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