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Games like Inescapable

2014PC40 % positive

An indie sci-fi Metroidvania set at a remote interplanetary mining outpost, where you uncover a dark mystery while exploring interconnected areas with horror undertones.

  • Pixel art
  • Interconnected level design
  • Dread and tension
  • Sci-fi setting

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In short: Games like Inescapable

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Inescapable special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Carrion

96 %Match

2020USK 18PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified94 % positive19.50 €

Brings what grabs you about Inescapable: interconnected level design, pixel art as well as dread and tension.

You play a shapeless alien creature breaking out of a research facility and hunting humans in a reverse horror twist. Its Metroidvania structure, fluid tentacle movement and unlockable abilities make growing and devouring everything in your path the core thrill.

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Ghost Song

Dread and tension

An atmospheric 2D Metroidvania set on the lonely moon Lorian V, where you awaken as a Deadsuit, explore eerie caverns, gain new abilities and uncover cosmic secrets. Fluid combat and a moody sci-fi setting define the adventure.

Spirits of Xanadu

Dread and tension

You play a lone operative boarding the silent research ship Xanadu, exploring its eerie corridors in an atmospheric sci-fi shooter. It blends action with exploration and the mystery of what happened to the crew.

Axiom Verge

Sci-fi setting

A retro-styled Metroidvania in which a scientist wakes up in a strange biomechanical world. It thrives on a labyrinthine map, offbeat weapons and abilities, and the thrill of uncovering secrets.

Ghost 1.0

Sci-fi setting

A sci-fi metroidvania where you infiltrate a space station as an agent, switching between a robotic body and a digital ghost form to fight enemies and solve puzzles.

Hidden Deep

Dread and tension

In this 2D action game you lead a team of explorers deep beneath the ocean floor to learn what happened to a lost expedition. Along the way you run into alien structures and deadly creatures in a tense sci-fi horror atmosphere.

AM2R: Return of Samus

Sci-fi setting

A fan-made remake of Metroid II that blends classic Samus Aran gameplay with modern controls, expanded areas and punchy boss fights. Hunting the Metroids across planet SR388 is atmospheric and rewards thorough exploration.

Depths of Sanity

Dread and tension

An underwater metroidvania where you play Abe Douglas, exploring oceanic biomes, fighting monstrous bosses and unraveling what happened to your missing crew. The oppressive deep-sea mood and creeping madness define the adventure.

The Mummy: Demastered

Lots to discover

A 16-bit-style pixel art Metroidvania where you play a Prodigium agent fighting Ahmanet's undead hordes with guns and upgrades. It stands out for tight run-and-gun action and well-crafted interconnected level design.

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