Games Like NanoApostle

Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...

Why similar: Souls-like 30.8%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Anime 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of bullet-hell and boss-rush that requires similar reaction speeds.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Boss Rush 57.7% ★, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Top-Down 5.8%, Sci-fi 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive boss-rush experience focusing on parries and bullet-hell patterns.

Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

Why similar: Souls-like 57.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Action 9.9%, 2D 7.7%, Sci-fi 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game with a deep parry-based combat system that mirrors the intensity of NanoApostle.

Test your limits in ITTA, a bullet-hell, boss-rush style adventure. Armed with her father’s revolver and guided by a strange ghostly cat, a displaced girl must battle her way through impossible trials in search of answers… and peace.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Boss Rush 23.9% ★, Top-Down 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist boss-rush game where you dodge complex bullet patterns in a high-stakes environment.

Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 30% ★, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Action RPG 14.5%, Anime 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that blends hack-and-slash mechanics with bullet-hell dodging.

BOSSGAME: The Final Boss Is My Heart is a lesbian romance boss rush! Sophie and Anna are broke and trying to pay rent by hunting devils. Fight colorful bosses, flirt with your girlfriend, and uncover the mysteries of Mammon City in this lightning-fast action game!

Why similar: Boss Rush 72.9% ★, Action RPG 8.6%, Anime 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A pure boss-rush experience that captures the same focus on character-driven combat.

Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian.

Why similar: Boss Rush 34.7% ★, Souls-like 20.6%, Action RPG 13%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like boss-rush game that demands mastery of combat mechanics against challenging foes.

THE NEO-SANCTUM SHALL FALL. Claim retribution against the theocratic Faiths as you master vicious hack-and-slash combat in this action-RPG where style is salvation.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.5% ★, Souls-like 21.3%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Action RPG 14.5%, Anime 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish spectacle-fighter that emphasizes fluid, high-speed combat and combo mastery.

AWAKEN - Astral Blade is a 2.5D action-adventure metroidvania where you play as Tania, a bionic warrior fighting through a world twisted by Karpas energy. Master parries, upgrade your abilities, and survive relentless enemies and bosses. Is there any chance of survival in such a desperate place?

Why similar: Souls-like 28.1%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Action RPG 18.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game featuring fluid combat and challenging boss encounters.

Between our world and the world beyond lie the Titan Souls, the spiritual source of all living things. Scattered amongst the ruins and guarded by the idle titans charged with their care, a solitary hero armed with a single arrow is assembling shards of the Titan Soul in a quest for truth and power.

Why similar: Boss Rush 48.4% ★, Souls-like 34.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Top-Down 3.4%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist boss-rush game where every hit counts, emphasizing precision and pattern recognition.

ABYSSAL BLADE is a pixel-art boss rush inspired by MMO raid mechanics. With only 1 HP, take up your blade and challenge the five stages of grief.

Why similar: Boss Rush 45.8% ★, Souls-like 15.3%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Action RPG 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like boss-rush game that focuses on intense, difficult combat encounters.

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: Hack and Slash 41.4%, Pixel Graphics 26.3%, Action 16.6%, 2D 7.7%, Sci-fi 5%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-based action game where reaction time and pattern learning are the keys to survival.

2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Action 14.9%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Top-Down 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity arena slasher that tests your reflexes and precision in short, explosive bursts.

In the distant future when civilization is on the verge of extinction, people follow the legend of the Elysium in the last city, Havenswell. In this post-apocalyptic wasteland sci-fi ARPG, you will play as Arrisa, a Blader with immortality, and explore the city ruin to find the hope of a new life.

Why similar: Souls-like 45%, Action RPG 22.5%, Anime 13.6%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like action game with a focus on fluid combat and challenging boss encounters.

A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 60.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Action 10.7%, 2D 8.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush roguelite that features chaotic, high-intensity combat against massive enemies.

Take on the role of Mako on her quest to seek out and subsequently deliver her, uh, deliverables in this top-down view 2D action game. Jump on top of your enemies and slime them with goo to stop them in their tracks! Get those deliverables delivered!

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 26.5% ★, Souls-like 21.1%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Top-Down 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that combines precision platforming with bullet-hell combat.

Hunt the Night is a retro-style action-RPG that blends fast, skillful combat with dark fantasy lore. Play as Vesper, a member of the Stalkers, and traverse the ruined world of Medhram on a mission to save humanity from a deadly cycle of annihilation.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.8%, Action RPG 21.1%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark action-rpg that captures the gothic, souls-like atmosphere and challenging boss fights.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.2%, Anime 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A Metroidvania that heavily incorporates bullet-hell mechanics and time-manipulation combat.

LOST EPIC is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG about a war between gods and humanity. The player becomes the deity-defying knight, God Slayer, and explores the world known as Sanctum to bring the Pantheon of Six to their knees.

Why similar: Souls-like 28.5%, Action RPG 20.9%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Anime 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-rpg that offers fast-paced combat and a variety of boss battles.

Help her heart battle tough bosses in this Boss Rush, Bullet-hell with rogue-like elements. Fight through several randomly chosen boss battles leading up to a final battle. Each defeated monster will give her random gifts that power up her heart. Don't let her heart break!

Why similar: Boss Rush 63.2% ★, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Action 3.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, Female Protagonist 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush bullet-hell game that focuses on emotional, high-intensity encounters.

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.5%, Anime 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, 2D 7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action game that integrates complex bullet-hell patterns into its boss fights.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.5%, Souls-like 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Action RPG 13.7%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dash-heavy action game that rewards aggressive, high-speed play against challenging bosses.

"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.

Why similar: Souls-like 39.9%, Anime 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game with tight controls and challenging boss fights.

Sundered is a chaotic hand­-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!

Why similar: Dark 26.5%, Action 23.5%, Female Protagonist 23%, 2D 19.9%, Indie 5%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic action game with massive boss encounters and bullet-hell elements.

HunterX is an action-adventure game full of spirited battles. Use various styles of weapons and magic to experience your own fighting style and explore a great world.

Why similar: Souls-like 37.4%, Action RPG 25.2%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-rpg that emphasizes combat variety and challenging boss battles.

Rubinite is an extremely challenging boss rush action game. in a dark fairy tale world, use Ruby's crimson eyes to expose the weak points of the Bloodstained monsters, then strike and shatter them. Carve a road home through the ruined Scarlet Kingdom and face the Witch who took it all.

Why similar: Boss Rush 51.6% ★, Souls-like 16.5%, Action RPG 9.2%, Dark Fantasy 4.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%

Virtua Unlimited Project is a 2D pixel-art style ACT game featuring VTuber characters. With classical platformer gameplay, challenging combat, and retro game feelings, VUP presents you a surreal, virtual world in which you will play as Aizawa Kana to venture and seek the truth beneath.

Why similar: Action RPG 37%, Anime 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Action 11.5%, Futuristic 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game with a focus on platforming and boss combat.

Devil Slayer - Raksasi is a top-down action game with procedurally generated dungeons, profound roguelike elements, and intuitive soul-like fighting. It's a fair and challenging game, dodging, timing, striking, you need to master them all to fight your way out of this cursed world.

Why similar: Souls-like 27.6%, Hack and Slash 22.8%, Top-Down 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-roguelike that rewards precise combat and pattern recognition.

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Why similar: Souls-like 33.1%, Hack and Slash 23.7%, Action RPG 20.9%, Anime 12.4%, Female Protagonist 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A large-scale 2D action game that features fluid combat and varied boss encounters.

In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.3% ★, Souls-like 20.3%, Action RPG 18.5%, Anime 10.2%, Female Protagonist 5.1%

Neon Echo is a 3D side-scrolling action Roguelite game with an anime and tech-wear style. In a world that has been corrupted by "noise", "electronic music" has become the only means to resist the power of "Strepification". Now, let's follow the beat of electronic music to fight!

Why similar: Souls-like 54%, Anime 18.5%, Action 13%, 2D 7.3%, Combat 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features fast-paced side-scrolling combat.

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: Boss Rush 68.4% ★, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Action 8.5%, 2D 3.2%, Indie 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that focuses on bullet-hell dodging and high-intensity combat.

Action-RPG slasher in which you have to get into the dark atmosphere of dungeons full of monsters and madness.

Why similar: Souls-like 31%, Hack and Slash 24.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%, Top-Down 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

The latest title from the HunterX development studio, Maid of Salvation is an action RPG that features fast-paced and versatile combat. Master your own fighting style with a variety of swords and firearms, and explore a dark world full of secrets.

Why similar: Souls-like 34.6%, Hack and Slash 25.1%, Action RPG 21.4%, Female Protagonist 6.3%, Anime 5.8%

Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.9%, Anime 19.4%, Dark 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 9.2%

Three fractured realities. One collapsing multiverse. Fast, fluid combat in a dark sci-fi Roguevania where each run begins in a separate universe — then lets you fuse your parallel selves, powers, and worlds to create brutal, ever-evolving builds.

Why similar: Souls-like 26.9%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Action RPG 17.6%, Futuristic 15.8%, Dark 10.5%

Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.

Why similar: Anime 22.8%, Dark 19.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11%

“Grab, hurl, and eliminate” Rogue-lite Core-Action!! A large-scale rebellion erupts within the spacecraft “Life Stream.” With the help of you, Rona, an android known as “Metallic Child,” stands up against a fleet of massive robots to stop the plot devised by her own creator, Doctor Irene.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 40.9%, Robots 20.8%, Action 11.1%, Futuristic 8.9%, Sci-fi 7.8%

A high-tempo shooting game with simple controls! Upgrade your character with cards and defend the gates from your enemies.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.6%, Anime 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, 2D 8.7%

A hand-drawn 2D metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic world. Forge your destiny in a non-linear story with multiple endings. Explore diverse biomes, conquer 20+ unique bosses, and master a magical Gauntlet with ever-evolving powers.

Why similar: Futuristic 32%, Anime 20.5%, Action 16.2%, Sci-fi 9.5%, 2D 9.4%

A fast, brutal action roguelite with razor-sharp controls and insane build freedom. Fuse embers, magic cards, and gear into wildly overpowered combat styles — and break each run in a world consumed by the Ash Witch.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.6%, Action RPG 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Top-Down 11.3%, Action 9.4%

Fight tremendous bosses and discover the secrets of Vindilis! A short, epic 2D action platformer that will put you against powerful enemies in a hand-drawn universe. A short-form souls like game about vengeance and creation.

Why similar: Souls-like 29.5%, Spectacle fighter 23.1% ★, Hack and Slash 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Action RPG 10.4%

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 26.9% ★, Action RPG 18%, Futuristic 16.6%, Anime 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

Bittersweet Birthday is a boss fight-only action adventure where every encounter is a unique and emotional showdown. Explore a colorful world full of endearing characters, uncover your memories, and battle your way through challenges that push skill, timing, and determination to their limits.

Why similar: Boss Rush 53.2% ★, Souls-like 18.3%, Bullet Hell 11%, Top-Down 4.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Traverse the depths of Hell and beat its toughest demons on your way to Heaven in this horde survival deck-building game inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action RPG 23.2%, Anime 10.7%, Top-Down 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%

Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...

Why similar: Dark 39.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, Action 15%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, 2D 10.7%

Dolls Nest is a 3D action game where you can customize mecha girls and explore a ruined world. As a Frame Unit, your adventure will pit you against the gigantic autonomous factory world of Hod. Overcome obstacles using the parts at your disposal and uncover the mysteries that lie at its center.

Why similar: Souls-like 35.4%, Robots 18.1%, Action RPG 17%, Action 8.3%, Anime 7.9%

Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?

Why similar: Souls-like 36.1%, Action RPG 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Female Protagonist 6.9%, Anime 6.3%

Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.

Why similar: Souls-like 32.7%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Anime 13.1%, Action 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%

This game is a time survival game with role-playing and roguelite elements. Through the choice of upgrades in battle to make the character stronger and stronger, defeat the oncoming enemies.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.3%, Futuristic 18.5%, Anime 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Top-Down 7.7%

The battle of the clone girls unfolds on a post-apocalyptic Earth, devastated by the alien life form known as "Bleed." Pilot the manned weapon "Father" to eliminate enemies. Upgrade weapons, create powerful builds, and strategize to successfully clear stages.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.8%, Futuristic 24%, Dark 22.5%, Action 8.2%, Sci-fi 6.8%

CRYMACHINA is an action RPG where mechanical girls strive to survive in a post-apocalyptic world to become “Real Humans''. But what does it mean to be a “Real Human”?

Why similar: Action RPG 30.4%, Futuristic 17.7%, Dark 15.8%, Anime 15.1%, Action 10.6%

Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!

Why similar: Anime 24.6%, Action 24.5%, Female Protagonist 22%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Combat 7.6%

Parkour through the ruins of a megastructure, climb massive bosses, and hunt down every construction equipment in this slice of life action-adventure with immaculate vibes.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27%, Robots 18%, Dark 15.7%, Anime 13.4%, Sci-fi 7%

Reap and Rush is an absurdly addictive action roguelike. Step into the role of an underworld envoy thrust into a chaotic underworld. Fight through hordes of Yaoguai, leveling-up skills to become a soul-harvesting reaper and unravel a shocking conspiracy across endless cycles...

Why similar: Anime 25.6%, Top-Down 24%, Action 17.1%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, 2D 9.3%

Blood Poem: Eclipse of the Moon is a 2D Rogue Lite hyper-speed action-adventure game. In the game, you play as the heroine code-named Ishtar, also known as "Moon" exploring a post-apocalyptic world. Your mission is to defeat beautiful bosses and bring them back to your lab.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 36.8% ★, Hack and Slash 23.4%, Futuristic 14%, Anime 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

Why similar: Action 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 26.2%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Combat 10.8%, Anime 7.6%

Join the enigmatic Starfarers as they traverse the cosmos in this unique dual-character action roguelite, unraveling the mysteries of their galaxy and beyond in pursuit of the Voyager.

Why similar: Boss Rush 49.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Anime 10.1%, Top-Down 10.1%, Action 5.9%

You find yourself trapped in a mysterious tower – one that transforms its very structure every 24 hours, where you must surpass countless poor fallen souls and make your way to the heretofore unseen top!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.9%, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, 2D 8%

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: Hack and Slash 38.5%, Robots 26.1%, Futuristic 12.5%, Action 8.3%, Sci-fi 6%