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We filtered the 50 games similar to N++ (NPLUSPLUS) down to the 13 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. Capsized, The Lost Vikings and Split Fiction top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to N++ (NPLUSPLUS).

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer
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HardcoreMultiplayerCo-op
Year 2015Dev Metanet Software

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Within the “Sci-Fi” category, the closest game to N++ (NPLUSPLUS) is Capsized — scoring 83/100 on our similarity scale. The Lost Vikings and Split Fiction follow close behind.

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The best games with a sci-fi setting like N++ (NPLUSPLUS)

13 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to N++ (NPLUSPLUS). Each one has been evaluated across 11 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

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Capsized

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Capsized
Closest overall match
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineMeleeSci-Fi2D
Year 2011Dev Alientrap · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

It shares the essentials of what N++ (NPLUSPLUS) does: melee combat, a sci-fi setting and single-player focus. To that it adds 2D presentation. Its own ground is ranged combat.

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Visuals100Combat75
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The Lost Vikings

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The Lost Vikings
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D
Year 1993Dev Silicon & Synapse · T&E Soft

Its point of contact with N++ (NPLUSPLUS) is a sci-fi setting, single-player focus and 2D presentation. The distance is in setting — its own ground is fantasy world.

It predates N++ (NPLUSPLUS) by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode76Setting69
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Split Fiction

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Split Fiction
Closest on combat
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
Co-opOfflineMultiplayerMeleeSci-Fi
Year 2025Dev Hazelight · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

Same family as N++ (NPLUSPLUS): melee combat, a sci-fi setting and co-op play. Where the two diverge is tone and visuals: strong narrative focus and fantasy world.

Released 10 years after N++ (NPLUSPLUS).

Genre100Combat100Game mode81Setting67Tone0Visuals0
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Geometry Dash

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Geometry Dash
Closest on tone
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2D
Year 2013Dev RobTop GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android

It shares the essentials of what N++ (NPLUSPLUS) does: punishing difficulty, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. The common ground extends to single-player focus and 2D presentation. Where the two diverge is game mode: a casual, approachable feel and skill tree progression.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Visuals100Tone93Game mode21
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Sunblaze

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Sunblaze
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2D
Year 2021Dev Games From Earth · Bonus Stage PublishingPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

Genre puts it alongside N++ (NPLUSPLUS), and so does punishing difficulty, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. To that it adds 2D presentation and single-player focus. They part company on game mode and tone: this one brings cozy, relaxing feel and pixel art.

Released 6 years after N++ (NPLUSPLUS).

Genre100Combat100Setting100Tone65Visuals65Game mode21
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Freedom Planet

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Freedom Planet
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2D
Year 2014Dev GalaxyTrail · MarvelousPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

It comes from the same genre as N++ (NPLUSPLUS) and shares punishing difficulty, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. Both also lean on single-player focus and 2D presentation. The distance is in game mode and setting — its own ground is fantasy world and pixel art.

Genre100Combat100Tone79Visuals67Setting44Game mode21
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Freedom Planet 2

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Freedom Planet 2
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2D
Dev GalaxyTrailPlaytime ~2hOn PC

The genre is the same as N++ (NPLUSPLUS)’s, and with it punishing difficulty, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. Both also lean on 2D presentation and single-player focus. The distance is in game mode and setting — its own ground is cozy, relaxing feel and an anime aesthetic.

Genre100Combat100Tone66Visuals57Setting56Game mode20
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Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty

59
NGL83
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloCo-opMeleeSci-Fi2D
Year 2014Dev Just Add Water · Oddworld InhabitantsOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

It comes from the same genre as N++ (NPLUSPLUS) and shares melee combat, a sci-fi setting and single-player focus. To that it adds 2D presentation. They part company on tone and combat: this one brings strong narrative focus and stealth mechanics.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Game mode56Combat52Tone0
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Bomberman 64

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Bomberman 64
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMultiplayerSci-FiThird Person
Year 1997Dev Hudson Soft · Nintendo

Genre puts it alongside N++ (NPLUSPLUS), and so does a sci-fi setting and single-player focus. They part company on visuals and game mode: this one brings a third-person camera.

It predates N++ (NPLUSPLUS) by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Game mode49Visuals0
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Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus®

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Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus®
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-Fi2D
Year 1998Dev Sony Interactive Entertainment · GT Interactive SoftwarePlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS

It comes from the same genre as N++ (NPLUSPLUS) and shares punishing difficulty, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. To that it adds single-player focus and 2D presentation. They part company on game mode and combat: this one brings stealth mechanics.

It predates N++ (NPLUSPLUS) by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Tone70Combat63Game mode21
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Thomas Was Alone

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Thomas Was Alone
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloHardcoreSci-Fi2DNarrative
Year 2012Dev Bithell GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

On paper it is what N++ (NPLUSPLUS) is — punishing difficulty, a sci-fi setting and single-player focus — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. The common ground extends to 2D presentation. Where the two diverge is game mode and tone: strong narrative focus.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Tone63Game mode21
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Lode Runner

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Lode Runner
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloSci-Fi2D
Year 1983Dev Brøderbund Software · BanprestoOn PC · Mac

Held in common with N++ (NPLUSPLUS): a sci-fi setting, single-player focus and 2D presentation. The distance is in game mode.

It predates N++ (NPLUSPLUS) by 32 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Game mode20
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Q.U.B.E.

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Q.U.B.E.
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloSci-FiFirst Person
Year 2011Dev Toxic GamesOn PC · Mac

On paper it is what N++ (NPLUSPLUS) is — a sci-fi setting and single-player focus — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. The distance is in visuals and game mode — its own ground is a first-person view.

Genre100Setting100Game mode20Visuals0

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