Games Like Agent in Depth

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Ninja 27% ★, Cyberpunk 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, 2D Platformer 11%, Story Rich 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same high-speed, one-hit-kill combat and stylish pixel-art aesthetic as the seed game.

With its cyberpunk city brought to life with retro graphics, Ninja Issen invites players into a world filled with "hyper ninja action" as they work alone to annihilate waves of enemy troops using a variety of ninja skills and fight bosses coming at you with relentless, diverse attack patterns.

Why similar: Ninja 53.6% ★, Cyberpunk 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D Platformer 6.3%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced, cyberpunk-themed ninja action that emphasizes speed and precise swordplay.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Ninja 59.7% ★, Cyberpunk 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, 2D Platformer 7.2%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in retro-inspired ninja platforming that demands precision and mastery of mechanics.

10 SECOND NINJA X is a hardcore sidescroller. You're a ninja, there are robots, you've got ten seconds to destroy them all. Get three star ratings, climb leaderboards, discover secrets and stop Captain Greatbeard.

Why similar: Ninja 68.9% ★, Action 15.3%, Indie 8.4%, Difficult 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on short, skill-based bursts of platforming and combat that require perfect execution.

Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.

Why similar: Ninja 74.3% ★, Action 9.6%, Difficult 5%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%, Indie 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: An unforgiving, high-octane action game where speed and reflexes are the only way to survive.

Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.

Why similar: Ninja 58.6% ★, Beat 'em up 13.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that captures the essence of classic, difficult ninja platformers.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Ninja 66.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action 4.2%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines fluid ninja movement with challenging platforming and intense action sequences.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.

Why similar: Ninja 82% ★, Stealth 7.3%, Action 4.6%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished 2D ninja experience with a heavy emphasis on movement and tactical precision.

Bloody stealth platformer, about the ninja in which you cut the enemies into pieces.

Why similar: Ninja 61.7% ★, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Hack and Slash 8.2%, Action 6.5%, Indie 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A ninja-themed platformer that blends stealth and action with a focus on difficult, skill-based encounters.

ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!

Why similar: Cyberpunk 26.9%, 2D Platformer 25.1%, Hack and Slash 23%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Story Rich 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish action-platformer with fluid combat mechanics that feels right at home for fans of fast-paced 2D action.

Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!

Why similar: Ninja 86.6% ★, Action 8.6%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, satisfying ninja platforming with a focus on fluid movement and combat.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.8%, Pixel Graphics 30.8%, Difficult 12.9%, Action 12.4%, Singleplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, unforgiving combat and fluid movement that rewards player skill and pattern recognition.

One try, one kill - a gory TDS game, in which you must clean the areas of ruthless mercenary. The game is a top-down so you could view the battle situation as it's best.

Why similar: Ninja 50.4% ★, Action 26.1%, Indie 15.7%, Difficult 4.7%, Stealth 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: As the title suggests, this game focuses on the same high-stakes, instant-death gameplay loop as the seed.

Ingression is an unforgiving & mind-bending precision platformer where you'll think and platform with seamless portals. Travel to the future to save the past from a tremendous time paradox.

Why similar: Unforgiving 51.6% ★, Cyberpunk 12.9%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Story Rich 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-platformer that requires mastery of movement and timing to overcome difficult, instant-death obstacles.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 35.4%, Action 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Indie 12.2%, Difficult 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, pixel-art action game that demands high skill and offers a similar sense of intense, punishing combat.

A fast-paced hardcore platformer featuring hand-crafted levels and lightning-fast respawns. Help Square survive his journey to the depths of Flatland, a minimalist neon-style 2D world. Run, jump, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Unforgiving 73.8% ★, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Difficult 5.2%, Action 3.6%, Stealth 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, fast-paced precision platformer that is as unforgiving as it is rewarding.

ACIIIIIIIIIIIIIIID is a a fast-paced arcade game with bullet-hell elements.

Why similar: Unforgiving 52.3% ★, Ninja 17.6% ★, Cyberpunk 11.4%, Action 5.2%, Difficult 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, difficult precision platformer that demands constant focus and quick reactions.

My Friend Pedro is a violent ballet about friendship, imagination, and one man’s struggle to obliterate anyone in his path at the behest of a sentient banana.

Why similar: Action 60.7%, Indie 25.7%, Singleplayer 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: Though different in perspective, it shares the same focus on stylish, high-speed, skill-based combat.

Sprint between saw blades while dodging homing missiles. Duck under lasers while the floor crumbles beneath you. Almost There was designed specifically for fans of the hardcore platforming genre - you've been warned.

Why similar: Unforgiving 70.2% ★, 2D Platformer 13%, Casual 4.3%, Action 4.1%, Difficult 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on short, brutal platforming challenges that require perfect timing and movement.

Slain: Back from Hell. A heavy metal inspired arcade combat with puzzle elements and gore galore. Stunning visuals and true old school gameplay accompanied by the most metal soundtrack you've ever heard.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 40.7%, Action 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13%, Difficult 13%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, gothic-themed action platformer that relies on timing and precise combat maneuvers.

Ninjas are cool, this is an established fact of the universe. Nazi Robots from space are not cool, they are the complete opposite of cool, and Robot Hitler is out to get you, the world's first ninja. You have 10 seconds to destroy all Nazi Robots in your vicinity. IT. IS. ON.

Why similar: Ninja 82.9% ★, Action 8.3%, Indie 5.7%, Difficult 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series, offering the same bite-sized, skill-heavy platforming challenges.

Ninja Hanrei is a 2D run and gun Platformer game inspired on Ancient Japan but with Super Powers.

Why similar: Ninja 48.7% ★, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-oriented ninja platformer that emphasizes combat and movement.

ION Shift delivers fast, high-stakes gameplay with precision controls and a unique sandbox-style approach to combat arenas. The campaign progressively challenges the player through evolving level design, tight mechanics, and a focus on player-driven mastery.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.1%, 2D Platformer 24.4%, Cyberpunk 21.2%, Difficult 11.1%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A violent, difficult action game that requires precision and fast reflexes to navigate its dangerous levels.

In this 2d precision platformer with a teleportation twist, play as Ninja Ming and embark on the Path of Trials. Dash through 241 levels using dynamic teleportation and diverse ninjutsu skills. Conquer challenges with style—growing stronger at every turn.

Why similar: Ninja 38% ★, 2D Platformer 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, Action 6.6%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-platformer that tests your ability to navigate complex, hazard-filled levels.

The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

Why similar: Unforgiving 36.3% ★, 2D Platformer 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Difficult 9.6%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive precision platformer that shares the unforgiving, instant-respawn nature of the seed game.

Katanaut is a fast-paced, Metroidvania-inspired action roguelite blending fluid combat and cosmic horror. Slash, dodge, and wield powerful abilities as you battle through a station sprawling with twisted, once-human horrors. Adapt, survive, and descend into the shadows to uncover dark secrets.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.5%, Pixel Graphics 27.9%, Difficult 13.3%, Action 12.6%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that incorporates sword-based combat and platforming elements in a challenging environment.

Indie souls-like with innovative fight system where you practice your Katana on the path for endless improvement; again and again.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.4%, Action 26.1%, Indie 14.9%, Difficult 10.8%, Singleplayer 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult action game that emphasizes swordplay and learning enemy patterns to survive.

Platform game with a gloomy artistic style. Challenging levels with many traps and enemies. Use all your skills to avoid dangerous traps. Destroy all opponents on your way to revenge.

Why similar: Ninja 72.8% ★, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action 6.7%, Difficult 5.2%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style platformer that focuses on ninja-themed combat and challenging level design.

Teeth-clenching stealth, followed by tactical hardcore gunplay for those not looking for a quiet way in. Intravenous redefines challenging stealth-action and will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.1%, Difficult 27.1%, Stealth 20.6%, Action 12.6%, Indie 6.5%

A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

Why similar: Ninja 58.1% ★, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Hack and Slash 5.4%, Action 5.1%

Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.3%, Cyberpunk 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%, Hack and Slash 13%, Action 8.2%

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 27.4%, Pixel Graphics 21.5%, Story Rich 18.5%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action 8%

Arashi Gaiden is a turn-based action game with frenetic dash and slash combat. Use your blades, shurikens, teleports and chains to quickly cut through enemies and face powerful Bosses with unique mechanics that redefine what a turn-based game is.

Why similar: Ninja 62% ★, Hack and Slash 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Story Rich 8.6%, Action 4.7%

A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 35.6%, Action 32.9%, Indie 19.9%, Difficult 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action game that captures the feeling of quick, decisive sword combat.

Fast 2D ninja action where every mistake costs everything. Run, dodge, attack and survive as long as you can.

Why similar: Ninja 67.2% ★, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Action 5.2%, Casual 4.3%, Stealth 3.4%

Slice meat statues in half as quickly as possible. An easy to learn but hard to master game with satisfying parkour movement and combat.

Why similar: Action 40.2%, Indie 29.2%, Singleplayer 18.8%, Casual 11.7%

Agent Murphy: Hardcore pixel platformer shooter with unlimited pistol, MP5, shotgun, and grenades. Navigate 20 levels, battle random enemies, and face epic bosses with a clockwork soundtrack.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.5%, Action 28%, Indie 15.5%, Survival 10.9%

Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.

Why similar: Action 35.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Indie 20.8%, Difficult 18.7%

Ronin is stylish a turn-based action platformer following the exploits of a vengeful heroine determined to strike down five prominent figures of a powerful corporation.

Why similar: Ninja 70.8% ★, Cyberpunk 10.2%, Action 6.5%, Indie 4.4%, Stealth 3.6%

Haneda Girl is an action-platformer game with brutal and frantic action. Clean stages swapping between two playable characters. Bullets or Slashes, your choice, but be creative. A wide variety of ways to solve each encounter are at your disposal. Dance the waltz of destruction, end the threat.

Why similar: Ninja 49.1% ★, Cyberpunk 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Action 4.9%

Dangerous Bullets- This dynamic hardcore platforming, challenges you.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.1%, 2D Platformer 27.7%, Action 23%, Indie 9.5%, Difficult 7%

A fast-paced platformer where you can slash, dash, and control time. Slow down the frenzy of combat and find the right moment to strike! Then, aim the 360-degree dash and zoom away at lightning speed! Master your abilities to maneuver around obstacles and vaporize foes before they can touch you.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.6%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Story Rich 14.6%, Action 8.6%

Acid Spy is a first person stealth action game set in a cyberpunk universe. Infiltrate heavily guarded bases and take down your enemies with skill and finesse. Master the art of quick, deadly stealth to become the acid spy.

Why similar: Cyberpunk 50.2%, Difficult 12.5%, Action 10.8%, Stealth 10.7%, Story Rich 6.8%

Be a ninja and go on an action platforming adventure to save the world. Climb walls, slice up bad guys, master tricky platforming sequences and face ruthless bosses.

Why similar: Ninja 55.4% ★, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Difficult 6.2%, Action 4.8%

RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.5%, Pixel Graphics 28.1%, Action 13.2%, Difficult 9.4%, Indie 6.9%

Diatomic has fast paced action, gun juggling, epic boss fights, Agility Challenges and much more! Level up, unlock new abilities and customize your power ups to try and conquer this brutally difficult arena shooter where the only way to survive is to keep moving!

Why similar: Difficult 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Action 25.3%, Indie 13.7%, Singleplayer 6.9%

An intense, hardcore action side-scroller. Maneuver as a ninja killerbot through dynamic wastelands with 26+ specialized weapons. Dodge, dash, and dominate. A homage to Metroidvania and Roguelike: customize atomic evolution, breach intricate alert levels to decrypt the Oblivion Code...

Why similar: Ninja 69.4% ★, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Cyberpunk 6.2%, Action 5.3%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.7%, 2D Platformer 32.8%, Action 10.6%, Indie 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

Time Up is a fast paced action platformer, with each level only being 9 seconds. Sieze every opportunity, plan your route, Survive various deadly traps, and reach the finish line! This game combines a variety of classic platformer elements: The levels are carefully designed to make them harder, yet more enjoyable to give the player a...

Why similar: Action 31.2%, Casual 30%, Indie 18.8%, Difficult 13.6%, Singleplayer 6.3%

Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 35.5%, Pixel Graphics 24.3%, Action 15.9%, Story Rich 10.5%, Indie 6.1%

One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.4%, Pixel Graphics 30%, Action 14%, Difficult 9.4%, Indie 7.9%

Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 32.5%, Action 31.8%, Indie 17.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Singleplayer 5.4%

Master the art of lightning-fast noodle delivery in this challenging 2D platformer. With deadly traps, a range of moves to master, including teleportation, and trophies to unlock, are you ready to become the ultimate noodle delivery master?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.8%, Pixel Graphics 25.5%, Cyberpunk 16.1%, Difficult 12.5%, Action 7.7%

Run through huge multi-level locations, avoiding spikes, falling platforms, and flying blades, use double jumps, and choose your route to reach the Heart before the lights go out.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 41.8%, Casual 28.1%, Story Rich 11.2%, Action 9%, Indie 7.5%

Karma Knight is a fast paced 2D side-scrolling platform action game with stylish combat. Find hidden items in the stages, collect different spells, defeat the enemies as you gain more experience and enjoy the overall platform action game style.

Why similar: Action 42%, Indie 25%, 2D Platformer 22.6%, Difficult 6.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Deflector is a top down action rogue-lite set in a deadly microcosm. Dive deep into hostile worlds teeming with viruses. Strike down increasingly challenging enemies with your weapons and their own deflected projectiles. Live, die, grow stronger and become powerful enough to reach the Source!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 58.1%, Difficult 18.7%, Action 14.9%, Singleplayer 8.3%

Bloodthief is an ultra-fast melee dungeon-runner where you use momentum to parkour through hazardous dungeons and brutally slash through enemies. Speed-run through haunted crypts and castles and learn what dark secrets lie beneath.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 60.4%, Difficult 19%, Action 15.1%, Singleplayer 5.5%

Run! Jump! Dodge! In this platformer you will need your reaction speed and clarity of mind. Сhallenge the deadly tower and prove that you are worthy of the title of ninja.

Why similar: Action 39%, Casual 36.4%, Indie 24.7%

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.

Why similar: Ninja 81.6% ★, Stealth 6.5%, Action 5.5%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.

Why similar: Action 42.4%, 2D Platformer 24.5%, Indie 14.6%, Difficult 12.3%, Singleplayer 6.2%