Games like APE OUT

A top-down action game where players use enemies as weapons and shields in procedurally generated levels. It features rhythmic violence and a dynamic jazz soundtrack.

95% positive from 4,037 · 2019 · 26% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $14.99 $2.99 -80% · Lowest ever $2.52 (2025-11-20)

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Six games like APE OUT

OTXO

93% positive from 3,914 reviews20232% finish itDeck Verified

Violent top-down roguelite shooter with a focus mechanic for dodging bullets. Explore a mansion, find your love, and customize your loadout for replayability.

What players likedPlayers praise OTXO as a challenging, satisfying roguelike with amazing gunplay and aesthetics, often compared to Hotline Miami.

The catchRooms are so big that enemies shoot you from offscreen, and they soak up bullets.

Both are tagged Fast-Paced, Violent and Action.

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Zombie Driver HD

84% positive from 4,052 reviews20129% finish itDeck Playable

This is a top-down action driving game featuring vehicular combat against zombies. Players destroy hordes of zombies and complete missions using a variety of vehicles and upgrades.

What players likedPlayers praise its simple, thrilling mission-based driving, collecting vehicles and weapons, and compelling story, reminiscent of classic top-down shooters.

The catchThe cars handle badly, which makes the driving frustrating rather than fun.

Both are tagged Top-Down, Violent and Gore.

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Redeemer: Enhanced Edition

88% positive from 3,177 reviews201718% finish itDeck Playable

This is a top-down brawler with brutal melee combat and a unique kill system. Players use fists, weapons, and the environment to fight through waves of enemies.

What players likedPlayers praise its solid combat, reminiscent of Arkham, with satisfying power-ups, despite a lack of story depth.

The catchFun early, then devolves into repetitive enemy-spam and tedium

Both are tagged Top-Down, Violent and Gore.

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Yet Another Zombie Defense HD

84% positive from 3,044 reviews20174% finish itDeck Playable

Top-down arcade zombie shooter with strategic defense building. Survive endless waves of enemies in co-op or solo.

What players likedPlayers praise its instant appeal and quality, comparing it to games like Boxhead Rambo.

The catchContent is barebones, with one map and no progression, so it gets boring within an hour.

Both are tagged Violent, Gore and Action.

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Christmas Massacre

91% positive from 1,090 reviews202113% finish itDeck Playable

This is an 80s-inspired stealth slasher game where players sneak and murder unseen. It features low-poly, PS1-style graphics and a core loop of silent kills.

What players likedPlayers praise the unique concept of playing as a killer, comparing its gameplay to Texas Butcher and other Puppet Combo titles.

The catchMelee and knife hitboxes are unreliable, so attacks miss and levels have to be redone.

Both are tagged Fast-Paced, Violent and Action.

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I Am Your Beast

98% positive from 4,554 reviews202436% finish itDeck Verified

A covert revenge FPS with a lightning-fast he's-in-the-walls fantasy, featuring guerrilla warfare and using enemy equipment. It offers a story campaign with replayable micro-sandboxes in a comic book art style.

What players likedPlayers praise "I Am Your Beast" as a fast-paced, aggressive FPS akin to *Neon White* or *John Wick*, with smooth, addictive gameplay, an amazing soundtrack, and a surprisingly good, well-acted story.

The catchLevels are locked behind time and rank requirements, so you replay them to progress.

Both are tagged Fast-Paced, Violent and Action.

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More about APE OUT

What players liked

Players praise "APE OUT" as a fast-paced, satisfying action game with a unique art style and reactive jazz soundtrack, often compared to "Hotline Miami."

The catch

Level layouts and enemy placement are randomised, so runs hinge on luck over skill.

Reviews: 95% positive from 4,037
Released: 2019
Finish it: 26% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $14.99 $2.99 -80% · Lowest ever $2.52 (2025-11-20)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 95% positive, but with 4,037 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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