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Games like Once Upon A KATAMARI

If Once Upon A KATAMARI is your kind of game, the closest matches are JAYWALK: An Endless Arcade Hopper Game, Tagtopia and Party Club: Hangry Animals — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its cousin customization adds replayability, atmospheric and lighthearted. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Once Upon A KATAMARI: Once upon a time a katamari rolled through both past and present. In this story across time, the adage endures: Let The Good Times Roll! Now onward through new worlds to roll up thy heart's desires and to restore the stars!

2025ActionCasual29.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby RENGAME
Once Upon A KATAMARI — Steam game cover
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Players who liked Once Upon A KATAMARI also play

Steam players who put hours into Once Upon A KATAMARI also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. JAYWALK: An Endless Arcade Hopper Game

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Hop, dodge, and race to the top in this endless runner inspired by Frogger! Collect coins, unlock new characters, and compete with friends in fast-paced multiplayer chaos.

    2026ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  2. Tagtopia

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Dive into the animal kingdom for a multiplayer game of tag with your friends! Navigate your surroundings for cunning escapes or work together to corner your prey!

    ActionCasualSteam ↗
  3. Party Club: Hangry Animals

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    A chaotic party game for up to 4 players — online, on the couch, and across platforms. Jump into ridiculous mini-games, betray your friends equally on every device, and embrace the madness.

    ActionSportsStrategySteam ↗
  4. Little Brats!

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    A playground simulator

    2024ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Turbo Balls

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Race through tricky tracks with up to 8 players online. Roll, jump, and bump past opponents to reach the finish line first! Choose your character, and customize your ball.

    2025ActionIndieMassively Multiplayer4.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Royalty Free-For-All

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    This hilarious party brawler features iconic characters, stages, and music reimagined for a modern generation—and simplifies combat, including an all new PARTY MODE, perfect for friends new to the genre

    2026ActionIndieCasualSteam ↗
  7. Insanitation

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    It’s Chaos VS Order in this fast-paced battle against family & friends. Will you create Chaos as a Cat - spreading fur, mayhem, & hairballs everywhere? Or restore Order as a Keeper - cleaning & mopping up the muck before Chaos takes over? Pick a side & grab your kibble or gear, & claim victory.

    2026IndieCasualSteam ↗
  8. Double Pug Switch

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Once Upon A KATAMARI fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Double Pug Switch is a tough sidescrolling platformer, you take control of a pug who can switch dimensions due to a catastrophe in a lab. Run, jump, power-up and cry your way through several levels of doggy dimension goodness.

    2020ActionIndieCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Once Upon A KATAMARI at current Steam store prices.

  1. Terraria

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

    2011ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~83% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.

    2006IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Lethal Company

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Left 4 Dead 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

    2009Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Hollow Knight

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action and Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Portal 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends!

    2011ActionAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Fallout: New Vegas

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Once Upon A KATAMARI on Steam right now. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!

    2010ActionRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Once Upon A KATAMARI.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Once Upon A KATAMARI

Is Once Upon A KATAMARI verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Once Upon A KATAMARI is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Once Upon A KATAMARI cost?
Once Upon A KATAMARI is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Once Upon A KATAMARI have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Once Upon A KATAMARI supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, PvP).
What games are most similar to Once Upon A KATAMARI?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Once Upon A KATAMARI are JAYWALK: An Endless Arcade Hopper Game, Tagtopia, Party Club: Hangry Animals.
Who developed Once Upon A KATAMARI?
Once Upon A KATAMARI was developed by RENGAME and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc..

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