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2019 PCNintendo Switch 14.79 € 👍 95 % Overwhelmingly positive, 3,526 reviews on Steam

A frantic smash-'em-up where you play an escaping ape, using guards as weapons and shields. A reactive jazz drum soundtrack and bold graphic style turn every escape attempt into a rhythmic rush.

What defines Ape Out:

  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Lavish presentation
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for Ape Out are OTXO, Post Void and Hyper Demon. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Ape Out special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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OTXO

93 %

2023 PCPlayStationNintendo Switch 12.49 € 👍 93 % Very positive, 3,400 reviews on Steam

  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Challenging difficulty

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Post Void

Challenging difficulty

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Hyper Demon

Challenging difficulty

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Rollerdrome

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West of Dead

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Hotline Miami

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Pistol Whip

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Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves

Distinctive, stylised art style

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The Last Blade

Distinctive, stylised art style

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Thumper

Distinctive, stylised art style

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