Broforce similar games & best alternatives
Broforce
2015
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Quick resume
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Global score
97/100
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Platform, Shooter, Arcade
Similar games
Pros
- Highly entertaining gameplay
- Strong local and online co-op
- Varied characters with unique abilities
- Destructible environments
- Frequent updates and level editor
Cons
- Some characters less useful
- Random character switching can frustrate
- Short campaign length
- Multiplayer can be chaotic and confusing
- Some unavoidable deaths
Analysis
Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.
How to use the graph
Similar games map
Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.
- Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
- Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
- Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
- Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.
Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players have freedom to use a variety of characters with unique skills and decide how to approach levels, though character selection is partly random."
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Competence3
"The game offers challenging gameplay with skill-based platforming and boss fights, requiring mastery of different characters and tactics."
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Competition2
"Includes competitive multiplayer modes and leaderboards, but many players focus on cooperative or solo play without heavy ranking pressure."
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Continuation4
"Players report habitual play, long sessions especially with friends, and repeated replays due to character variety and level editor."
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Cooperation5
"Strong emphasis on local and online co-op for up to 4 players, with multiplayer considered a highlight and core part of the experience."
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Creativity3
"Players can create and share custom levels via workshop, adding creative content beyond the main campaign."
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Domination-3
"Multiplayer emphasizes chaotic fun and shared experience rather than dominance; friendly fire and team dynamics encourage balanced play."
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Escapism5
"Highly immersive, frantic action with humorous and exaggerated scenarios provides strong escape from real life."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily for fun and nostalgia, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."
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Experimenting4
"Varied characters with unique abilities encourage players to experiment with different playstyles and strategies."
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Exploration2
"Levels have some variety and destructible environments, but exploration is limited by linear side-scrolling design."
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Expression2
"Character variety and gestures like high fives allow some expression, but customization is limited to preset characters."
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Fantasy4
"Strongly rooted in exaggerated, fictional action movie tropes with over-the-top characters and scenarios."
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Fellowship4
"Community and multiplayer aspects foster social connection and shared experiences among players."
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Growth3
"Players develop skills mastering different characters and overcoming challenging levels and bosses."
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Health-5
"Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity component."
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Idle-3
"Requires continuous attention and fast reflexes; not suited for idle or background play."
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Intimacy2
"Social interactions mostly casual and surface-level within multiplayer; no deep emotional connections emphasized."
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Leadership-2
"Players cooperate as equals; no strong leadership or hierarchical roles are present."
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Progression3
"Unlocking new characters and power-ups provides a sense of progression and reward."
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Relaxation-3
"Fast-paced, chaotic gameplay creates excitement rather than relaxation or flow."
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Sensation4
"Explosions, pixel art effects, and intense sound design provide strong sensory stimulation and fun."
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Status1
"Some recognition through achievements and multiplayer, but social status is not a major focus."
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Story1
"Basic narrative with humorous tone; story is minimal and mostly a backdrop for action."
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Strategy3
"Players use tactics and character abilities to overcome levels and bosses, requiring planning and problem solving."
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Thrill4
"High tension and excitement from fast-paced action, one-hit deaths, and chaotic multiplayer."
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Value3
"Good value for money especially on sale; frequent updates and replayability add to perceived value."
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Violence5
"Game centers on violent combat, explosions, and destruction as core gameplay elements."
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Survival3
"Players must avoid death from one-hit kills and manage limited lives, adding survival tension."
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