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Ape Out is a stylised fighting game where you control an ape trying to escape a facility. Although it's violent, the gameplay focuses on rhythm and style rather than just gore. As you move, grab and throw your attackers the soundtrack responds to create Jazz music with drums and cymbals.
Unfortunately, Ape Out is not available on Android, Mac, PS4, PS5 or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme, and at a lower age rating:
Release Date: 28/02/2019
Out Now: PC, Switch and Xbox One
Players: 1
Genres: Fighting, Traversal (Action and Rhythm)
Accessibility: 18 features
Components: 2D Overhead and Pixels
Developer: Gabe Cuzzillo (@GabeCuzzillo)
Costs: Purchase cost
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If you like the sound of Ape Out but it doesn’t offer the accessibility you require, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with more Accessibility Features. You can view a full breakdown in our Ape Out Accessibility Report.
In addition to the similar games listed above, which have been linked to this game specifically in the database, you may find games with a similar theme to Ape Out in the following lists: