Games like Cyber Shadow

Cyber Shadow is a retro-style ninja action platformer. Players dash, slice, and leap through Mekacity, unlocking Ninjutsu skills to defeat Dr. Progen's synthetic army.

84% positive from 1,529 · 2021 · 29% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $19.99 $13.99 -30% · Lowest ever $9.99 (2024-06-14)

NinjaRetro Pixel Graphics2DPlatformer Metroidvania

Six games like Cyber Shadow

STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®

81% positive from 4,223 reviews201410% finish itDeck Verified

This is a side-scrolling action game featuring fast-paced ninja combat with a plasma sword. Players traverse a large interconnected world, fighting diverse enemies with agile movement.

What players likedThis remake of Strider is a fun game, praised for its faithful recreation of the original.

The catchCapcom patched in Enigma DRM a decade after release, and performance suffered.

Both are tagged Ninja, Metroidvania and Platformer.

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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon

94% positive from 4,488 reviews20189% finish itDeck Playable

Retro action-platformer where you switch characters with unique abilities to explore and fight demons. Your choices impact difficulty and the ending.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a fun, charming homage to 8-bit Castlevania, especially Castlevania 3, with great art and music.

The catchMovement, shooting and platforming feel stiff and clunky like an NES game.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and 2D.

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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2

85% positive from 1,612 reviews202016% finish itDeck Verified

Retro 2D action platformer with multiple playable characters and local co-op. Players battle demons with varied abilities in a dark, 8-bit style.

What players likedPlayers praise this Castlevania-like sequel for its charming art, music, challenging bosses, and diverse characters.

The catchDifficulty leans on cheap deaths and bottomless pits rather than fair challenge.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and 2D.

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Blaster Master Zero

93% positive from 1,085 reviews201936% finish itDeck Verified

8-bit action-adventure with tank and on-foot exploration. Fight mutants in side-view and top-down modes, gaining upgrades to progress.

What players likedPlayers praise its satisfying mix of tank exploration and on-foot shooting, improving upon the original with a memorable experience.

The catchUpgrades quickly make it too easy, leaving bosses and enemies as button mashing.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and 2D.

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Mark of the Ninja: Remastered

96% positive from 2,728 reviews2018Deck Verified

Stealth action game where players use heightened senses to outwit enemies. Offers choice between ghost or assassin playstyles with upgradeable tools and techniques.

What players likedPlayers praise its masterful stealth mechanics, gorgeous art style, and responsive controls, making it a top-tier side-scrolling action platformer.

The catchFrequent crashes and visual glitches, worst on Steam Deck and Linux.

Both are tagged Ninja, 2D and Platformer.

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Odallus: The Dark Call

88% positive from 1,358 reviews20159% finish itDeck Unsupported

Odallus is a 2D action-exploration game with sharp controls and 8-bit graphics. Players explore levels, fight enemies and bosses, and rescue a son from darkness.

What players likedPlayers praise its "classic-vania" and Metroidvania elements, with fun movement progression and a dark atmosphere.

The catchMovement is sluggish and unresponsive, and oversized hitboxes cause cheap hits.

Both are tagged Metroidvania, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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More about Cyber Shadow

What players liked

Players praise Cyber Shadow's tight gameplay, challenging retro platforming, and memorable chiptune music, often comparing it to Ninja Gaiden and Mega Man.

The catch

Knockback flings you into instant death spikes and pits, with checkpoints far apart.

Reviews: 84% positive from 1,529
Released: 2021
Finish it: 29% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $19.99 $13.99 -30% · Lowest ever $9.99 (2024-06-14)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 84% positive, but with 1,529 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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