60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Ninja, Singleplayer, Action, 1980s.
Ninja Specialist is a visual novel utilizing real-life actors. As Joe Kage, the last surviving member of an elite fighting force, you will have to brave the shadows of your own past and rise against the deadly Ninja Empire to obtain the Supreme Ninja Power.
Enter the Dojo
Side-scrolling, fast-paced, action-packed karate game with multiple levels. Scoring based on health and time to complete.
The Way of the Tiger (CPC/Spectrum)
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
Side-scrolling, fast-paced, action-packed karate game with multiple levels. Scoring based on health and time to complete.
Why similar: Martial Arts 36.1% ★, Ninja 31.6% ★, 1980s 13%, Old School 7.9%, Beat 'em up 6.4%
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.4% ★, Ninja 31.8% ★, 1980s 11.3%, Beat 'em up 8.3%, Old School 6.8%
Ninja Scroller is a challenging pixel art action runner game with a retro gaming vibe, where you will face ninjas, wolves and tornadoes.You have to collect the 100 Shadow Scrolls and defeat the Guardians, Ninjas and Wolves, within the time limit.
Why similar: Ninja 31.7% ★, Martial Arts 30.5% ★, 1980s 18.8%, Old School 11.3%, 2D 3.3%
A kidnapping on the streets of Shibuya brings together a hot-blooded detective, hard-hitting journalist, former gang leader, the head researcher of a big pharma manufacturer and a part-timer stuck in cat costume for a series of events each more unexpected and outrageous than the last.
Why similar: FMV 50% ★, Visual Novel 30.6%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 6%, Funny 4.7%
In this interactive FMV experience you watch the classic so Bad it's Awful film on a dodgy bootleg VHS. Your goal is to watch the film in its entirety by adjusting the VCR's Tracking.
Why similar: FMV 53.9% ★, Ninja 27.5% ★, 1980s 15%, Adventure 2.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
Find the stolen Scrolls of Kettsuin and avenge your father's death in this top-down action game set in the world of the Way of the Tiger gamebook series, originally released in 1986. Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Ninja 44.4% ★, Martial Arts 29.7% ★, 1980s 12.6%, Old School 7.5%, 2D 3.6%
A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions.
Why similar: Ninja 37.4% ★, 1980s 23.3%, Martial Arts 19.7% ★, Beat 'em up 9.2%, Adventure 4.9%
Dragon Puncher is a single-player arcade-style action game designed to be a training tool for Street Fighter and 2D fighting game enthusiasts, and a well-rounded short game. About 15-20 minutes in length, players typically perform 50-75 dragon punch moves per play-through.
Why similar: Martial Arts 25.8% ★, Ninja 24.9% ★, 1980s 19.1%, Old School 10.8%, Beat 'em up 8%
Detective Donut is at the sacred Shao-Lu temple, which preserves the ancient martial art of Kung-Funghi. Complete the objectives to progress through the ranks and win the coveted black belt! Oh, and watch out for the wasps...
Why similar: Martial Arts 37.2% ★, Ninja 22.6% ★, 1980s 20.8%, Funny 8.6%, Adventure 4.7%
Wright Brothers' Mysteries - A fun interactive multipath full motion visual novel
Why similar: FMV 61.7% ★, Visual Novel 25.3%, Adventure 11%, Singleplayer 2%
《美女，游泳健身了解一下》是一款融合了都市创业与多线恋爱的互动影像游戏。你将扮演一位刚毕业的大学生，临危受命接手舅舅濒临倒闭的“蔚蓝游泳健身中心”。在这段绝地逆袭的旅程中，与六位身份各异、魅力非凡的女性命运交织。
Why similar: FMV 75% ★, Visual Novel 20.2%, Adventure 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Payback Time pays homage to retro side-scrolling beat 'em ups, with its old-school graphics and music. A dangerous and powerful crime syndicate has taken over the city and the citizens need your help.
Why similar: Ninja 27.4% ★, Fighting 14.6% ★, Martial Arts 14.3% ★, 1980s 11.9%, Old School 11.3%
Dukes Up is a 2D action platformer which harkens back to the 8-bit games of yesterday.
Why similar: Martial Arts 28.2% ★, Ninja 18.9% ★, 1980s 15.7%, Old School 15.2%, Fighting 9.8% ★
You’re the last fire master, fighting an evil army who threaten to bring back an ancient being from hell. Punch, kick, uppercut and flame your way through legions of soldiers while exploring an open world filled with secrets and hidden codes to unlock, or with a buddy in splitscreen.
Why similar: Martial Arts 46.7% ★, Ninja 37.4% ★, Adventure 6%, Story Rich 4.7%, Beat 'em up 4.3%
A unique ninja action game that's easy to clear but hard to master—featuring huge jumps inspired by The Legend of Kage and a combo-based scoring system where you spend points to unleash powerful skills.
Why similar: Ninja 58.2% ★, 1980s 27.1%, Side Scroller 6.6%, 2D 4.3%, Action 2.5%
An unassuming woman has been charged with the death of a scoundrel, a fortune-squandering bounder. She was found over the body, pistol in hand but there are other avenues in this case that even the Yard refuses to set foot upon. I have the feeling that there is more to the case than meets the eye.
Two shinobis race against each other to recover stolen items and escape a Japanese castle, using their wits and tricks to outsmart the opponent. Retro split-screen duel arcade game using pixel art in 3D.
Why similar: Ninja 33.9% ★, Martial Arts 27.9% ★, 1980s 19.4%, Old School 11%, Funny 6.9%
Use a special video camera that can rewind time to explore memories of the past in TAPE: Unveil the Memories, a first-person narrative mystery adventure set in 1990s Northern Spain.
Why similar: FMV 61.6% ★, Visual Novel 22.3%, Story Rich 9.7%, Adventure 4.4%, Singleplayer 2%
Japanese female shaman fight against "yokai"! This is a shooting action game!
Why similar: Martial Arts 36% ★, Ninja 25.8% ★, 1980s 16.4%, Beat 'em up 8.5%, Side Scroller 5.2%
The London Times started it all – calling the murders the work of an ancient Egyptian curse. I accused the tabloid of capitalizing on the superstitions of the populace. Yet, three men were dead, with the wrappings of a 4000-year old mummy binding their fates together.
In love's shadows, you alone see the truth. Two souls destined, yet unaware. As The Shipper's Gambit's Heart Strategist, you control each moment, craft romantic scenarios, and manipulate fate unseen. More than FMV Puzzle-Comedy—this is the ultimate art of bringing hearts together.
Why similar: FMV 67.2% ★, Visual Novel 20.3%, Realistic 8.1%, Adventure 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
MIAZMA is the second Jonathan Hunt adventure, sequel to award-winning FMV title Yoomurjak’s Ring. The agile NY journalist embarks on a new investigation after a curious meteorite. What is inside the devilish stone? Is it a huge gem, a magic formula or a devastating substance?
Shadow Gangs is an arcade style ninja action game. Live The Legend Of Dan The Crimson Ninja.
Why similar: Ninja 60.8% ★, 1980s 14.1%, Old School 7.4%, Beat 'em up 6.8%, Side Scroller 4.2%
Inspector Smythe from Scotland Yard has informed Watson and me of the murder of General Armstead, a Tontine ticket holder. Something about this case intrigues me. Perhaps it ís that the General was about to publish a scintillating addendum to his infamous book on treasure.
Explore the great outdoors and even burrow deep into the Earth. Take an exciting, inviting, and interactive journey into the creepy crawly world of insects! Bug Adventure includes over 100 bugs and insects! Bug Adventure also includes an interactive encyclopaedia and a talking storybook!
Why similar: FMV 59.1% ★, 1980s 31%, 2D 4.9%, Adventure 3%, Singleplayer 2%
You are about to enter a fantasy quite unlike anything you've ever seen or felt before - a fantasy built from the stuff of your very own mind. Tender Loving Care is not just a finely crafted suspense story; it's an exploration into your innermost perceptions, opinions, and attitudes.
A classic visual novel about a demon-slaying ninja. Asagi was the strongest Taimanin in Tokyo, but after completing her last mission, she just wants to settle down and marry her lover Kyousuke. Her old nemesis has other plans, however, and creeps back from the dead to seek vengeance...
Why similar: Ninja 43.9% ★, Martial Arts 30.2% ★, Visual Novel 18.4%, Adventure 3.8%, 2D 2.7%
Freshly graduated, you head to Bangkok’s Chinatown to find your uncle—only to lose contact. Seeking a steady job, you’re mistaken for a gang boss and thrown into chaos. Along the way, you meet a sweet cousin, cold widow, mysterious performer, quirky ghost, and even... someone unexpected.
Why similar: FMV 57.5% ★, Visual Novel 17.7%, Funny 8.5%, Story Rich 7.2%, Realistic 6.1%
Shukuchi Ninja is a fast-paced, high intensity arcade game with unique controls
Why similar: Martial Arts 56.5% ★, Ninja 33% ★, 2D 6.8%, Action 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Yo Joe! Cobra returns once again with its most fiendish plot yet and it's up to G.I. Joe to defeat them once more! Pick one of the real American heroes, gear up, and get straight into the fight in this retro side-scrolling beat 'em up - and make Cobra RETREAT yet again!
Why similar: Martial Arts 26% ★, Ninja 25.3% ★, 1980s 18.2%, Fighting 9.5% ★, Beat 'em up 8.2%
One button fighting game inspired by the classics.
Why similar: Martial Arts 59.4% ★, 1980s 18%, Old School 13.6%, 2D 5.8%, Action 1.9%
Blippo+ is a live-action, off-cable TV simulator. Channel-surf the stars and discover the staticky, radical world of Planet Blip through its soaps, sitcoms, news, weather, and talk shows. But don’t touch that remote—everything’s about to get bent.
Why similar: FMV 55.6% ★, 1980s 23.4%, Realistic 9.3%, Funny 8.5%, Story Rich 2.8%
Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.
Why similar: Ninja 58.7% ★, Martial Arts 25.1% ★, Beat 'em up 8.4%, 2D 4.3%, Action 2.1%
The MBW franchise returns! My Bloody Weekend 3 is a terrifying, Quick-Time-style experience featuring new protagonists, relentless enemies, and brand-new difficulty/co-op modes. Get ready for the bloodiest live-action harvest yet!
Why similar: FMV 57.7% ★, 1980s 29.7%, Adventure 8.4%, Action 2.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
You flirt with absolute confidence, trying to decode her completely illogical reactions. You say one thing, she hears another. Love doesn’t run on logic: the same sentence can make her laugh, get mad… or unlock the “happily single” ending in the most painful way.
Why similar: FMV 29.7% ★, Memes 24.5%, Visual Novel 23.7%, Funny 15%, 2D 4%
Pho King My Life is a story-driven adventure game/beat ‘em up with action rpg elements. Fight back against the bullies who have made life a living hell for you and your friends. Explore, fight, level up, and eat some pho along the way.
Why similar: Martial Arts 41.2% ★, Visual Novel 14.2%, Fighting 12.1% ★, Old School 9.1%, Story Rich 8.6%
Tenebris Somnia is a 2D retro survival horror adventure game with live action cutscenes created by an award winning film crew from Argentina. Unveil the depths of a disturbing story by solving puzzles and fighting horrible creatures. ...What if they aren't just nightmares?
Why similar: FMV 39.7% ★, 1980s 26.2%, Old School 15.7%, Story Rich 7.2%, 2D 4.9%
Cringer's Rise is a visual novel game.Players advance the story through exploration and choices, unlock achievements, and team up with the secret Pavilion Master of the Zhou Clan Army.Together you crush the imperial power of the Yan Kingdom, and experience the ultimate thrill of combat.
Why similar: FMV 55.7% ★, Visual Novel 24.2%, 2D 7%, Story Rich 6.9%, Adventure 5.1%
Make a name for yourself in this old-school Wuxia RPG. Explore the chaotic lands of ancient China and engage in challenging turn-based battles to change the world of kungfu forever.
Why similar: Martial Arts 42.6% ★, 1980s 22.2%, Old School 15.4%, Story Rich 7.5%, 2D 5.6%
The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.
Why similar: Ninja 35.2% ★, Martial Arts 31.5% ★, Fighting 9.5% ★, Beat 'em up 7.7%, Story Rich 6.4%
A mega-popular fitness YouTuber with over 5 million subscribers... The protagonist, Beom- tae, receives overwhelming love from his fans but can it get any more intense?! This is dangerous!! BEAT 'EM UP + Roguelike!
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.5% ★, Memes 20.1%, Old School 15.1%, Beat 'em up 9.1%, Story Rich 7.4%
"Seduction of Beauty" is a brand new first-person immersive interactive video game, where you will embark on a unique and extraordinary love journey with six distinctive female protagonists.
Why similar: FMV 67.7% ★, Visual Novel 21.9%, Story Rich 7.2%, Singleplayer 3.2%
Seven beautiful calamities are all that stand between you and godhood. Train, flirt, and survive divine tribulations in this live-action romantic fantasy where every choice tests your heart and your immortality.
Why similar: FMV 47.9% ★, Martial Arts 34.3% ★, Visual Novel 14.7%, Adventure 3.1%
You will take on the role of the Second Prince of Xuan, heir of the Southern Regime. With foreign invaders entrenched in the north and a complacent court content to linger in the south, you face a defining choice:The choice… is yours!
Why similar: FMV 67.9% ★, Visual Novel 22.3%, Realistic 6.2%, 2D 3.6%
This is a live action interactive video game that combines "love cultivation" and "exploration synthesis". After the shipwreck, you are stranded on a deserted island. You need to lead a group of beautiful women to collect supplies, build tools, and work hard to survive.
Why similar: FMV 71% ★, Visual Novel 22.6%, Adventure 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
You're stranded on an uncharted island of Death. You're zombifying from Voodoo poison. A mad scientist is on your trail. Hundres of rotting stiffs are crawling out of their graves to chew your guys, and you can't kill 'em. They're already dead.
Embrace the Way of the Warrior! Enter an Action-Adventure RPG game, as you step into the shoes of Kuranosuke Oishi, an honorable Samurai. Engage in thrilling dynamic combat, embark on a gripping Saga, vanquish the forces of darkness, and uncover a sinister plot against Lord Asano.
Why similar: Martial Arts 36.2% ★, Ninja 35.1% ★, Fighting 10.1% ★, Beat 'em up 7.7%, Story Rich 5.5%
As a simp, he decides to seek new love on a dating app.Will you change his desperate life?Experience a real-life dating app simulation where your choices matter!
Why similar: FMV 47.9% ★, Memes 18.4%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Funny 9.3%, Story Rich 7.1%
Single and unemployed, 33-year-old Jun-Ho finds himself transported back in time ten years. He takes the chance to romance five women from his past – and get it right this time. Unlock five unique endings in Master of Love, an FMV game that offers the ultimate K-drama experience.
Why similar: FMV 71.4% ★, Visual Novel 21.5%, Realistic 3.6%, Story Rich 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.
Why similar: Martial Arts 29.1% ★, FMV 28.8% ★, Old School 13.5%, Fighting 8.5% ★, Funny 8.3%
Seiji Maruyama is a middle-aged yakuza recently released from prison. Known as "Gozuki" (one of the demon generals from Buddhist mythology) he is the power that his oyabun counts on. But there is one thing his aniki is not taking into account: Maruyama is getting old.
Why similar: Martial Arts 43.4% ★, 1980s 14%, Beat 'em up 10.5%, Old School 8.7%, Story Rich 7.4%
Pick your fighter, then strap in for an action packed nostalgia trip beat-down in this fast-paced 2D retro fighting game!
Why similar: Martial Arts 37.4% ★, Old School 20.1%, 1980s 20%, Fighting 16% ★, 2D 4.9%
Thirteen years ago, six girls vanished in Akihabara in the unsolved case “Akiba’s Spirited Away”. Daiki Shinjo announces a live-action game based on the incident, gathering six women who embody Akihabara’s subculture. But their story begins to seep into reality. Can AKIBA LOST be finished?
Why similar: FMV 57% ★, Visual Novel 18.9%, Realistic 9.1%, Adventure 6.5%, Story Rich 5.1%
Kollywood: The Game is a stop motion video, comedy game with quick-time event fight scenes inspired by Tamil Cinema.
Why similar: FMV 62% ★, Visual Novel 24.2%, Funny 7.5%, Adventure 2.8%, Action 2.2%
Deathtrap Dungeon: The Golden Room is an interactive movie based on Ian Livingstone's multi-million selling classic gamebook. Starring Georgia Hirst (Five Dates, Vikings) and Marcus Fraser (Transformers: The Last Knight)
Why similar: FMV 63.4% ★, Visual Novel 16.8%, Realistic 8.4%, Story Rich 4.6%, Adventure 4%
"Abyss Gaze" tracks Lin Moyu, a tycoon obsessed with married women, as he wreaks havoc on lives. Haunted by childhood trauma, he indulges in forbidden affairs until a shocking mirror moment forces redemption. A tale of desire, ruin, and second chances—where darkness meets hope.
Why similar: FMV 35.9% ★, Ninja 25.9% ★, Martial Arts 25% ★, Visual Novel 13.2%
"Once upon a glitch" is a live-action/animation point&click adventure game. It tells us the story of a scientist whose job to create glitches and bugs, facing his own creations, inside his very own computer! At first, it starts as a typical FMV game…. sort of. But wait, there's many more to it!
Why similar: FMV 65.4% ★, Old School 10.5%, Adventure 9.3%, Funny 7.6%, 2D 6.6%
The Shapeshifting Detective is a supernatural murder mystery FMV game where you play as a detective who can shapeshift into other characters, allowing you to unlock secret conversations and private encounters.
Why similar: FMV 88.3% ★, Adventure 6.9%, Story Rich 4.8%
You've never played a game like this before. Road to Empress I is a cinematic palace adventure where your choices decide everyone's fate. Tackle multiple story branches and a high mortality rate with charm, wisdom and courage? First...survive.
Why similar: FMV 66.1% ★, Visual Novel 19%, Story Rich 9.6%, Adventure 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
Morph Girl is a Japanese horror inspired FMV game about loss, depression and the supernatural.
Why similar: FMV 70.2% ★, Visual Novel 15.2%, Adventure 7.5%, Story Rich 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
