Frederic: Evil Strikes Back similar games & best alternatives

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Frederic: Evil Strikes Back

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2014

Should you play it?

Frederic - Evil Strikes Back - The Bigger, Better, More Awesome sequel. Great new tracks. Great new locations. Great new features. Great new story.

What works

  • Excellent and varied soundtrack
  • Humorous and charming story and characters
  • Challenging but accessible gameplay
  • Includes soundtrack with purchase
  • Low price especially on sale

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length
  • Somewhat awkward controls on keyboard
  • Limited gameplay innovation
  • Story can be silly or underdeveloped
  • No multiplayer or social features

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Santa Rockstar

  • PIXELMAN

  • Mirth Melody

  • Hatsune Miku VR

  • Frederic: Resurrection of Music

  • Murder by Numbers

More violent

Games that feels like Frederic: Evil Strikes Back but with more combat and destruction

  • MULLET MADJACK

  • Big Action Mega Fight!

  • SMASHING THE BATTLE

  • Major Mayhem

  • ARMORED HEAD

  • Azure Striker Gunvolt 2

More exploratory

Games that feels like Frederic: Evil Strikes Back but with more exploration of areas and secrets

  • Yellow Taxi Goes Vroom

  • Poi

  • BIT.TRIP Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien

  • Runner3

  • Kaze and the Wild Masks

  • Darkestville Castle

More expressive

Games that feels like Frederic: Evil Strikes Back but with more self-expression and customization

  • OlliOlli World

  • SENRAN KAGURA Bon Appétit! - Full Course

  • Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+

  • Muse Dash

  • SpunkStock: Music Festival

  • Drums Rock

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Frederic: Evil Strikes Back: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Exploration, Creativity, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Health, Story, Status.

Last update: 04/08/2026