7 best Action Indie Games to Play on iPhone

November 7, 2020August 25, 2020 Mamta Sharma

There are plenty of original indie games released every year. These games often are challenging as they present us with bizarre characters or worlds. They have relatable storylines and easy but deceptive gameplay. As such, it’s tough to put any of these games into one category. Here are 7 best action Indie Games to play on the iPhone.

1. Katana Zero

Introduced by Devolver Digital, Katana Zero features fast, stylish action and a nerve-wracking one-hit death process. It also is a stealth game with an overarching puzzle loop. Being a samurai, you can dash and slash a blade, also reduce the time to dodge and deflect bullets. The nimble techniques like Katana Zero always feel fair, despite the immense challenge. The goal is to find the ideal order for clearing out stages in this magnificent side-scrolling feat. The story is a modern neo-noir thriller with layered, exquisite writing that cuts deeper than many other games.

Katana Zero is available on Windows and Nintendo Switch.

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2. Dead Cells

It is a Metroidvania, and the randomization makes it more thrilling each time you enter its nostalgic spin on 16-bit visuals. Dead Cells breaks up its 2D levels into sections like a Metroid or Castlevania game. Its combat requires precision and compels you to adapt, like the Dark Souls. You gather enemy blueprints, weapons, upgrades, and items throughout the game, all of which you can give to the strange old “collector” for safekeeping.

You keep pushing through levels and delivering useful items to the collector before you die and start anew. Your upgrades and available items also make every combat unique, as you’ll have more tools at your disposal. Amazing combat and an addictive loot system make Dead Cells one of the best Metroidvania/rogue-lite games in years.

You will find his game on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Windows.

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3. My Friend Pedro

An amazing fusion of puzzle-solving, platforming, and precise-shooting action, My Friend Pedro does not belong to any particular genre. You get pistols and a plethora of ammo to complete your rampage of justice. The enemies can eliminate you in just a few seconds with their weapons. To counter this, you have a time-slowing potential to carry out acrobatic kills like something out of The Matrix.

This game is available on the Nintendo Switch and Windows.

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4. Hotline Miami

This game started the saga including Katana Zero. It entered the fray in 2012 as a stylistic shooter, encouraging players to kill enemies with fists to shotguns to machine guns. Reminiscent of the First Blood and Commando, Hotline Miami is an indie game that you cannot miss as action enthusiasts. It was released in 2015 and the Hotline Miami Collection came out in 2019. Both are equally spectacular, with the latter being a real steal.

Hotline Miami is available on PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PS Vita, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.

5. Enter the Gungeon

This game is a top-down rogue-like similar to The Binding of Isaac but at a faster pace. The loot-base loop tasks you to pick between one of four characters to send through a dizzying number of dungeon rooms. You have to shoot quickly and dodge, as the dodge roll mechanic is an integral part of the gameplay.

When you die, you go back to the beginning. The actual room locations, treasure, and enemies change every time you restart. Here you will find more than 300 unique weapons and items to uncover and four different adventurers to play. You can also play co-op with a friend, which is more entertaining.

This game is available on PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and Windows.

6. Night in the Woods

In this game, an anthropomorphic cat Mae drops out of college and heads to Possum Springs. Mae realizes that the town and its people — a collection of eclectic, talking animals — have a dark past full of mysteries. Indie studio Finji’s first game ends up telling one of the most relatable video game narratives you have played in years.

With dark humor, Night in the Woods asks you to make choices throughout the story that affect the way Mae views the happenings in Possum Springs.

This game is one of the 7 best action indie games available on PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows, Xbox One, MacOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.

7. Cuphead

Developed by StudioMDHR, this game is the debut and the long-awaited most visually enticing game you’ve ever played. It looks like a dream in motion. The story features titular protagonist Cuphead and his brother Mugman enter into an agreement with the Devil only to battle their way through Inkwell Isle for their souls.

This game is not for the faint of heart, as each of the game’s bosses tests your platforming and shooting skills. Cuphead‘s gameplay is rewarding, but its visual and audio design steals the show.

This game is available on Windows, Xbox One, MacOS, and Nintendo Switch.

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8. Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice

This game is one of the 7 best action indie games features a disturbing and emotionally affecting story by game developer Melina Juergens’ fantastic debut acting performance. You will also find some of the best animations you’ve ever seen, spitting at the “sub-par visuals” that currently eclipses indie games. It is also packed with vicious third-person combat.

This game is available on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Windows. A sequel is under development for Xbox Series X.