The Initial similar games & best alternatives

The Initial

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2017

Should you play it?

THE INITIAL is a hyper action game about pretty schoolgirls battling against evil. It's developed by a small team of five developers. We hope you will love this game as much as we do.

What works

  • Responsive and fluid combat
  • Good value for price
  • Anime-style graphics and music
  • Active developer support and updates
  • Challenging boss fights

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited enemy variety and repetitive levels
  • Poor camera and lock-on system
  • Short game length with low replayability
  • Minimal story and weak localization
  • Lack of controller key remapping initially

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Last update: 13/09/2026