11 Games with a sci-fi setting like Cyber Shadow that you should try

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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.

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We filtered the 39 games similar to Cyber Shadow down to the 11 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. Ghostrunner, Mega Man Zero and Oni top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Cyber Shadow.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

The best games with a sci-fi setting like Cyber Shadow

11 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

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.

#1GhostrunnerClosest on genre

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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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Steam GOG Epic

#2Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-FiPost-ApocalypticCyberpunk2D

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like Cyber Shadow, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

It predates Cyber Shadow by 19 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Oni

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloSci-FiPost-ApocalypticCyberpunkThird Person

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Year 2001Dev Rockstar Toronto · Rockstar GamesOn PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed Cyber Shadow, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with shooter, third-person shooting and visual third person, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: visuals.

It predates Cyber Shadow by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜Closest on combat

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

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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#5Katana ZEROClosest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeHardcoreCyberpunkSci-FiPixel Art2D

Steam👍 98%· 75KRAWG👍 90%· 1.1KMC83IGDB85· 8OC84· 72

Year 2019Dev Askiisoft · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Cyber Shadow: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping Metroidvania exploration

Katana ZERO is a fast paced neo-noir action platformer, focusing on tight, instant-death acrobatic combat, and a dark 80's neon aesthetic.

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#6AkaneClosest on world

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeHardcoreProceduralCyberpunkSci-FiPixel Art2D

Steam👍 96%· 2.9KRAWG👍 76%· 33OC73· 17

Year 2018Dev Ludic Studios · QubicGamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Cyber Shadow, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and roguelike runs

≠ Stands apart with vibe casual, dark, oppressive atmosphere and visual isometric, while skipping precision platforming

Akane is an Arena Arcade-Slash where you kill your enemies with only 1 hit. The objective of the game is simple, to kill as many enemies as possible.All Features:Five different types of enemies:-Yakuza Guy: Yakuza pawn that appears all the time.

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: tone.

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Steam GOG Nintendo

#7Armored Core VI: Fires of RubiconClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreSoulslike

SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-FiPost-Apocalyptic

Steam👍 92%· 83KIGDB87· 7OC85· 148

Year 2023Dev FromSoftware · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of Soulslike games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: shooter, third-person shooting and strong narrative focus, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: progression and visuals.

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Steam Xbox PS

#8Nine SolsClosest overall match

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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-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2DPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 14KIGDB77· 3OC82· 31

Year 2021Dev Jordi Roca · Surefire.GamesOn PC · Switch

✓ If you enjoyed Cyber Shadow, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, shooter and strong narrative focus, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Cyber Shadow: setting.

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Steam GOG Epic

#10STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed II

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiFantasyThird Person

Steam👍 63%· 7.8KRAWG👍 66%· 573MC59IGDB65· 5

Year 2010Dev Aspyr Media · Disney InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world and visual third person, while skipping precision platforming

STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed II is a third person action/adventure video game with elements of platforming. It is a sequel to STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed released in 2008.

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

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Cyber Shadow.

It predates Cyber Shadow by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG Xbox

#11Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku II

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