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Games like Shadowrun

1993

You roam a grim 2050s Seattle where cyberware, magic and megacorporations collide. Its open-ended world and the team of shadowrunners you assemble make every job feel like your own call.

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Open world
Lore and world history
Strong character progression

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Caves of Qud

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2024PEGI 16PC, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified94 % positive30.49 €

An extremely deep science-fantasy roguelike where you explore a vast, part handcrafted, part procedural world turn by turn. Dozens of mutations and interlocking simulation systems enable unusual builds and emergent stories where you can do almost anything.

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