What is the best game similar to Cyber Shadow?

The closest game to Cyber Shadow is Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights, scoring 87/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Cyber Shadow?

The three closest games to Cyber Shadow are: 1. Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights (87/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon (87/100, 12 shared attributes) 3. Touhou Luna Nights (83/100, 12 shared attributes). All share Cyber Shadow's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 39 candidates across 17 dimensions.

Is Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon similar to Cyber Shadow?

Yes, very much so — Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon scores 87/100 similarity to Cyber Shadow. They share 12 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Cyber Shadow?

The best RPG games similar to Cyber Shadow are Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, Touhou Luna Nights and Nine Sols. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Cyber Shadow attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration.

How is similarity to Cyber Shadow calculated?

We compare Cyber Shadow against every game in our catalog using 17 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Cyber Shadow experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Cyber Shadow is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, punishing difficulty and procedural generation in quite the same way. We compared Cyber Shadow against over 6,700 titles across 17 gameplay attributes and found 39 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon and Touhou Luna Nights lead the list, with Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights reaching a 87/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Cyber Shadow special.

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Top games similar to Cyber Shadow

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Cyber Shadow. Each one has been evaluated across 17 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Ender Lilies: Quietus of the KnightsClosest on genre

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SoloMeleeHardcorePost-ApocalypticAnimeExploration2D

Steam👍 94%· 44KIGDB79· 5OC85· 65

Year 2021Dev adglobe · Binary Haze InteractiveOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

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#2Bloodstained: Curse of the MoonClosest overall match

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SoloMeleeHardcoreAnimeExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 94%· 4.5KIGDB80· 3OC80· 30

Year 2018Dev Inti CreatesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

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#3Touhou Luna NightsClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreAnimeExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 97%· 15KRAWG👍 78%· 99IGDB88· 1

Year 2018Dev Team Ladybug · AGM PLAYISMPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, combat magic and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Touhou Luna Night's is a 2D search action (Metroidvania) Touhou game. After creating many action games, this is a new project from Team Ladybug.Story "--Now, let's begin my world.

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: combat and setting.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 94%· 40KIGDB89· 3OC86· 51

Year 2024Dev Red Candle GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

Released 3 years after Cyber Shadow.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 90%· 63KIGDB78· 4OC79· 77

Year 2019Dev The Game KitchenOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Its own twist: horror tension, dark, oppressive atmosphere and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

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#6Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreAnimeExploration2DPixel Art

Steam👍 93%· 12KIGDB83· 6OC79· 43

Year 2016Dev Bombservice · PLAYISMOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: cozy, relaxing feel, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting and tone.

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#7Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

Steam👍 84%· 6.3KIGDB87· 7OC87· 195

Year 2024Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

Released 3 years after Cyber Shadow.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcorePost-ApocalypticAnimeExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 97%· 7.1KIGDB46· 1OC56· 13

Year 2019Dev maJAJaPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: shooter, first-person shooting and ranged combat, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Hunt down monsters to cook and eat them! You’ve been revived in a massive underground complex and you must leave this bizarre facility.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreCyberpunkSci-FiPost-Apocalyptic

Steam👍 91%· 66KRAWG👍 75%· 651IGDB82· 10OC81· 115

Year 2020Dev 3D Realms · All in! GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are Soulslike games — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with first-person shooting, shooter and fighting mechanics, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Enter an intense cyberpunk world and experience fierce, dynamic combat! Conquer your enemies in the physical world and in cyberspace. Hunt for answers inhumanity’s last remaining shelter. Ascend humanity’s last remaining shelter, a great tower-city.

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: visuals.

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#10Rabi-Ribi - Cicini's Halloween!

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SoloMeleeHardcoreAnimeExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4

Year 2016Dev CreSpirit · Sekai ProjectPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel, vibe casual and ranged combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Free DLC "Cicini's Halloween" just released!http://store.steampowered.com/app/547660/ Cicini wants to get everyone hyped for Halloween! Her plans include new mini side story, new areas, new enemies and a whole new boss fight with new music!

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: combat and setting.

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#11Rabi-Ribi

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreAnimeExplorationPixel Art2D

Steam👍 95%· 12KRAWG👍 83%· 42IGDB85· 4OC81· 25

Year 2016Dev CreSpirit · Sekai ProjectPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings cozy, relaxing feel, vibe casual and ranged combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: combat and setting.

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#12SUPER CHICKEN JUMPERClosest on world

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralAnime2DPixel Art

Steam👍 96%· 5.3K

Year 2021Dev Heavy Sheep · Sewer CatPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings racing gameplay, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

The world is in danger. Evil forces from the past have come to destroy our planet and the only individual that Mrs. President trusts to save our lives is you, Chicken. This is a runner game with a little touch of shooter in it, so...

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: game mode and tone.

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#13BlazBlue Entropy EffectClosest on setting

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralPost-ApocalypticCyberpunkAnime2DPixel Art

Steam👍 94%· 35KOC84· 14

Year 2023Dev 91ActPlaytime ~8hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Cyber Shadow, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

A brand-new action roguelite developed by a team with years of experience in action games, ready to present the best 2D action combat experience the world has ever seen! Each character has their own traits and hundreds of moves to choose from as you create your unique combos.

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#14Salt and Sanctuary

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SoloMeleeHardcoreExploration2D

Steam👍 89%· 22KRAWG👍 75%· 351MC84IGDB85· 10OC83· 72

Year 2016Dev Ska StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the Soulslike games cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs

Salt and Sanctuary is a 2D action with role-playing elements developed by Ska Studios. ###Plot and art style The game follows an unnamed protagonist who escorts princess on a sail to her marriage in the distant country.

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting and game mode.

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#15STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

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SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunkExploration2D

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming.

≠ Missing: roguelike runs.

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

It predates Cyber Shadow by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Complete list of Cyber Shadow alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Cyber Shadow, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

Katana ZERO

RPG · Action RPG

Chasm

RPG · Metroidvania

Akane

RPG · Action RPG

Hi-Fi RUSH

RPG · Action RPG

Black Gunner Wukong: Prologue

RPG · Action RPG

Black Myth: Wukong

RPG · Action RPG

Kena: Bridge of Spirits

RPG · Action RPG

Ninja Gaiden Sigma

RPG · Action RPG

Remnant: From the Ashes

RPG · Action RPG

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

RPG · Action RPG

Remnant II

RPG · Action RPG

Nioh 2

RPG · Action RPG

Comix Zone

RPG · Action RPG

Mega Man Zero

RPG · Action RPG

Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos

RPG · Action RPG

Everhood

RPG · Puzzle

DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin

RPG · Action RPG

Surgeon Simulator 2013

RPG · Puzzle

KAPITAL PUNISHMENT 22XX

RPG · Action RPG

STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed II

RPG · Action RPG

Batman: The Video Game

RPG · Action RPG

The Revenge of Shinobi

RPG · Action RPG

Oni

RPG · Action RPG

Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku II

RPG · Adventure

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Cyber Shadow?: The closest game to Cyber Shadow is Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights, scoring 87/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Cyber Shadow?: The three closest games to Cyber Shadow are: 1. Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights (87/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon (87/100, 12 shared attributes) 3. Touhou Luna Nights (83/100, 12 shared attributes). All share Cyber Shadow's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 39 candidates across 17 dimensions.
Is Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon similar to Cyber Shadow?: Yes, very much so — Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon scores 87/100 similarity to Cyber Shadow. They share 12 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Cyber Shadow?: The best RPG games similar to Cyber Shadow are Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, Touhou Luna Nights and Nine Sols. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Cyber Shadow attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and Metroidvania exploration.
How is similarity to Cyber Shadow calculated?: We compare Cyber Shadow against every game in our catalog using 17 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Cyber Shadow experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.