Games like NINE -Errand-
Below are 12 hand-picked alternatives to NINE -Errand- for fans of action, indie, adventure, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in NINE -Errand- also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.
About NINE -Errand-: The protagonist, Nine, embarks on his first errand at the request of Alice. With his unique ability, Nine can resurrect no matter how many times he dies. Let's keep pushing forward without giving up, even in the face of death. Otherwise, you might incur the wrath of your master, Alice.
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Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.
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Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
Top pick for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
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爆裂！スイーツランド - PANIC IN SWEETS LAND -
Second-strongest match for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with NINE -Errand-.
Crushing combos and beat up enemies! No complicated controls, just fun with a variety of fighting actions! The joy and faults of a pretty magical girl knocking down her enemies? Yes, please! A delicious and crazy action game with bright and colorful sweet action!
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Afterimage
Third-strongest match for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
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Plushie from the Sky
Ranked #4 for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
A goofy action RPG. Armed with a plushie, smack down nightmarish foes with cuddly chaos. Cheese the boss. Dodge roll your way to victory!
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Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
Ranked #5 for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
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Death's Door
Ranked #6 for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.
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Glimmer in Mirror
Ranked #7 for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.
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Kotama and Academy Citadel
Ranked #8 for NINE -Errand- fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
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Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
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Afterimage
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
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Death's Door
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.
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Glimmer in Mirror
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.
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Kotama and Academy Citadel
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with NINE -Errand-.
In the Academy Citadel, strength reigns supreme: only the most powerful survive and thrive. Fight your way through the high-tech Academy in your quest to get the highest of honors for a student, and uncover secrets that can save it in its direst crisis in this 2.5D side-scrolling Metroidvania.
Frequently asked about NINE -Errand-
- How much does NINE -Errand- cost?
- NINE -Errand- is listed on Steam at 9.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to NINE -Errand-?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside NINE -Errand- are Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight, 爆裂！スイーツランド - PANIC IN SWEETS LAND -, Afterimage.
- Who developed NINE -Errand-?
- NINE -Errand- was developed by Sanwa Solution.
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