Games like Space Pirates for Life
A hardcore 2D action platformer where you play as a stranded space pirate. Hack, slash, and speedrun through a brutal alien world, with tight precision controls, end-game stats, and an exclusive unlockable track by Tidal Rave.
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La-Mulana 2
The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
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Alwa's Legacy
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Aeon Drive
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Super Magbot
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Owlboy
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La-Mulana 2
The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
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Owlboy
Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.
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Frequently asked about Space Pirates for Life
- How much does Space Pirates for Life cost?
- Space Pirates for Life is listed on Steam at 2.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Space Pirates for Life?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Space Pirates for Life are SUGAMENIA, Trash Quest, La-Mulana 2.
- Who developed Space Pirates for Life?
- Space Pirates for Life was developed by Tidal Rave, Nathan Elliot and published by Tidal Rave.
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