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We filtered the 49 games similar to Katana ZERO Soundtrack down to the 13 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜, Mega Man Zero and Dex top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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The best games with a sci-fi setting like Katana ZERO Soundtrack

13 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Katana ZERO Soundtrack. Each one has been evaluated across 13 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.

#1STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜Closest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunk2D

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

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

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration and exploration and discovery, while skipping strong narrative focus

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.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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#2Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-FiCyberpunk2DPost-Apocalyptic

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping strong narrative focus

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3DexClosest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkCyberpunkSci-Fi2DPixel Art

Steam👍 87%· 3.5KIGDB69· 8OC74· 19

Year 2015Dev Dreadlocks Ltd. · Badland IndieOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Shared with Katana ZERO Soundtrack: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings Metroidvania exploration, open world exploration and stealth mechanics, while skipping action RPG combat

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiCyberpunk2D

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Year 1991Dev Rare · Masaya

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: game mode.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 28 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5The Longest Journey

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SoloNarrativeDarkSci-FiCyberpunk2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.1KIGDB90· 1

Year 1999Dev FuncomOn PC · iOS

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, combat magic and fantasy world, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Katana ZERO Soundtrack, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe casual and fantasy world, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting and tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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#7Invincible Presents: Atom EveClosest on tone

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SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 95%· 568IGDB80· 1OC80· 10

Year 2023Dev Terrible Posture Games · Skybound GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with visual novel storytelling, turn-based strategy and combat tactical, while skipping action RPG combat

Invincible Presents: Atom Eve is the first original Invincible game from Skybound Games, the creator-led company behind Invincible and The Walking Dead.

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

Released 4 years after Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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#8Mega Man Zero 2

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 2003Dev Inti Creates · Capcom

✓ Shared with Katana ZERO Soundtrack: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Mega Man Zero 3

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 2004Dev Inti Creates · Capcom

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with shooter and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-Fi2DTactical

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Katana ZERO Soundtrack, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and setting space, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

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#11Rampage

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 1986Dev Bally Midway

✓ Like Katana ZERO Soundtrack, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The HyperStone Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 1992Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Katana ZERO Soundtrack: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 27 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13X3: Terran Conflict

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiSandbox WorldOpen World

Steam👍 85%· 2.8KRAWG👍 60%· 63MC73IGDB90· 1

Year 2008Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Katana ZERO Soundtrack, expect deep RPG systems, melee combat and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and turn-based strategy, while skipping action RPG combat

A game from the X series of games. The whole series consists of four main games - X: Beyond the Frontier, X2: The Threat, X3: Reunion and X Rebirth - and the sequels to them. Sequels, which include X3: Terran Conflict, can be considered as stand-alone games, their difference from the "main" games is that the sequels develop the ideas that first appear in the "main" games.

Where it drifts furthest from Katana ZERO Soundtrack: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Katana ZERO Soundtrack.

It predates Katana ZERO Soundtrack by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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