- #1 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
81% matchVery Positive91% of 3,000 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
After “KOF '98”, often praised by the fans as the best installment in the “KOF” series, and “KOF ’98 UM” 10 years later, “KOF ’98” returns now on the Steam PC gaming platform in an ultimate and final version with THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
Why similar: Fighting 55.6% ★, 2D Fighter 20.2%, Arcade 7.8%, Classic 6.8% ★, Action 2.6%
- #2 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
77% matchVery Positive84% of 8,843 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 69.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Why similar: Fighting 46.6% ★, 2D Fighter 34%, Action 4.4%, Multiplayer 4%, Arcade 3.9%
- #3 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
78% matchVery Positive82% of 4,170 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!
Why similar: Fighting 62% ★, 2D Fighter 20.1%, Arcade 7%, Action 3.3%, Anime 2.9%
- #4 GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,531 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
Why similar: Fighting 44% ★, 2D Fighter 28.7%, Arcade 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Anime 4.2%
- #5 Ultra Street Fighter® IV
78% matchVery Positive90% of 16,599 reviews2014
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV.
Why similar: Fighting 65.9% ★, 2D Fighter 14.1%, Arcade 5.8%, Competitive 3.7% ★, Classic 2.9% ★
- #6 Street Fighter V
78% matchMixed68% of 44,069 reviews2016
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 64.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the intensity of head-to-head battles with Street Fighter® V! Choose from 16 iconic characters, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options.
Why similar: Fighting 59.2% ★, 2D Fighter 19.5%, Arcade 4.5%, Competitive 3.7% ★, Multiplayer 3.2%
- #7 GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
77% matchVery Positive94% of 10,905 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
Why similar: Fighting 53.9% ★, 2D Fighter 25.2%, Anime 5.5%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Action 2.6%
- #8 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
78% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,339 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this collection of 12 Street Fighter games, four groundbreaking titles let you hop online and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode or play with friends.
Why similar: Fighting 45.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.4%, Classic 12.4% ★, Arcade 5.9%, Action 3.6%
- #9 BlazBlue Centralfiction
76% matchVery Positive94% of 11,781 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 58.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Combining a 2D fighting game with a visual novel, the BlazBlue series continues on with massive fan support! The latest installation, BlazBlue: Centralfiction, serves as the ending to the Azure Saga, revealing the hidden truth of the world!
Why similar: Fighting 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 31.3%, Anime 6.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.6%, Action 2.8%
- #10 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
77% matchVery Positive81% of 1,582 reviews2018
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 45%
KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!
Why similar: Fighting 45.2% ★, 2D Fighter 31.9%, Classic 7.8% ★, Action 7.6%, Arcade 4.9%
- #11 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,027 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 55.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
“GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES”, the latest entry in the legendary "FATAL FURY" Series which still continues to fascinate players around the world to this day, returns for a new fight on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 43.9% ★, 2D Fighter 36.7%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 5.5%, Competitive 3% ★
- #12 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
76% matchVery Positive94% of 3,833 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 44.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!
Why similar: Fighting 45% ★, 2D Fighter 34.8%, Anime 5.1%, Action 3.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.5%
- #13 FIGHTING EX LAYER
77% matchVery Positive83% of 876 reviews2018
Dev: ARIKA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
After a long wait, Arika's EX characters gather once again for another exciting battle! Kairi, Skullomania, Blaire, Pullum and the others are all back with the latest graphics. And this time they're bringing a brand new system - the "Gougi System". Grasp victory with Gougi!
Why similar: Fighting 58.8% ★, 2D Fighter 24.8%, Action 6.1%, Arcade 5.2%, Anime 2.8%
- #14 Killer Instinct
76% matchVery Positive87% of 5,516 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
Why similar: Fighting 55.9% ★, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Arcade 4.7%, Multiplayer 4.1%, Action 4.1%
- #15 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
77% matchVery Positive90% of 1,627 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The second entry in the critically acclaimed BlazBlue franchise, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend adds a number of gameplay modes, story scenarios, new moves, and an all-new playable character to further enhance the BlazBlue experience and solidify its status as one of the all-time great 2D fighters
Why similar: Fighting 51.6% ★, 2D Fighter 27.1%, Anime 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.1%, Arcade 3.9%
- #16 Street Fighter™ 6
74% matchVery Positive84% of 71,876 reviews2023
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 26.4 hrsMean: 117.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
Why similar: Fighting 46.7% ★, 2D Fighter 34.2%, Arcade 6.3%, Multiplayer 3.7%, Competitive 3.6% ★
- #17 GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
76% matchVery Positive91% of 2,781 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Kept you waitin'. GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN- is finally here on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 54.5% ★, 2D Fighter 24.6%, Anime 6%, Arcade 4.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.1%
- #18 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
76% matchVery Positive80% of 4,597 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! Cross over between 4 different universes! Play as characters from the BlazBlue, Persona, Under Night In-Birth, and (for the first time ever in a fighting game), RWBY series!
Why similar: Fighting 45.6% ★, 2D Fighter 35%, Anime 6%, Action 4.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%
- #19 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
75% matchVery Positive93% of 4,780 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The final episode of the series, "MELTY BLOOD Actress Again Current Code" is now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 45.5% ★, 2D Fighter 32.4%, Anime 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.4%, Action 3.8%
- #20 BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
76% matchVery Positive86% of 3,196 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The first hi-res 2D fighter from the creators of the Guilty Gear series! BlazBlue is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel.
Why similar: Fighting 60.9% ★, 2D Fighter 23.5%, Anime 6.5%, Arcade 4%, Great Soundtrack 2.2%
- #21 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
75% matchVery Positive91% of 994 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dramatic Stylish 2D Fighting Action 「UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late」 now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 46.9% ★, 2D Fighter 34%, Anime 7%, Action 3.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%
- #22 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
75% matchVery Positive83% of 8,538 reviews2020
Dev: Cygames, Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!
Why similar: Fighting 45.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.6%, Action 10.4%, Anime 6%, Competitive 3.5% ★
- #23 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
74% matchVery Positive88% of 4,481 reviews2022
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A Persona 4 Smackdown!
Why similar: Fighting 41.4% ★, 2D Fighter 37.8%, Anime 5.3%, Action 5.1%, Multiplayer 4%
- #24 THE LAST BLADE 2
75% matchVery Positive92% of 399 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This widely revered NEOGEO masterpiece is finally available on STEAM! Not only a perfect port of the original game, the STEAM version of THE LAST BLADE 2 will allow players from across the globe to fight against each other online / locally in epic battles in online Multiplayer Mode.
Why similar: Fighting 48.1% ★, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Action 10.9%, Arcade 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 1%
- #25 THE LAST BLADE
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 233 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 35%
“THE LAST BLADE”, the first entry in the legendary 2D weapons-based fighting game series from SNK set during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate, returns for another joust! Sharpen your blade, and be ready for some of the most epic battles on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Classic 8.4% ★, Arcade 6.5%, Action 5.9%
- #26 BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
75% matchVery Positive91% of 2,865 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
'BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend' is the sixth installment of the BlazBlue series, a combination of 2D fighting action game and visual novel.
Why similar: Fighting 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 30.3%, Anime 7.5%, Great Soundtrack 3.5%, Action 3.5%
- #27 GUILTY GEAR
75% matchVery Positive80% of 685 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
The origin of the series, the abnormality of the fighting game genre, now returns... HEAVEN or HELL?LET'S Rock!
Why similar: Fighting 42% ★, 2D Fighter 24.1%, Classic 17.1% ★, Action 4.7%, Anime 3.8%
- #28 Guilty Gear X2 #Reload
75% matchVery Positive87% of 895 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As humanity endeavored to better themselves, they created the biological marvel known as Gears. Originally intended as the next step of human evolution, they were instead fitted for war and turned against their own creators.
Why similar: Fighting 52.1% ★, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%, Anime 5.1%, Action 3.9%
- #29 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
76% matchMixed67% of 229 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Battle Fantasia", the fantasy RPG themed 2D Fighting game is now appearing on Steam, and "REVISED" with the latest balances and improved visual effects! Comes with FREE Soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: Fighting 45.7% ★, 2D Fighter 28.6%, Arcade 4.6%, Classic 4.5% ★, Action 4.3%
- #30 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
74% matchVery Positive89% of 336 reviews2017
Dev: FK DigitalPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!
Why similar: Fighting 49.7% ★, 2D Fighter 38.1%, Action 6.1%, Anime 4.2%, Local Multiplayer 1.8%
- #31 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
74% matchVery Positive85% of 420 reviews2017
Dev: Team ArcanaPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
New playable character "Minori Amanohara" and new Arcana "Ichor" the Blood joins the battle in "Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!!"! More new characters to join in future updates!
Why similar: Fighting 46.6% ★, 2D Fighter 33.9%, Anime 6%, Arcade 5.4%, Action 5.4%
- #32 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 290 reviews2022
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Phantom Breaker Omnia is a fast-paced 2-D anime fighting game that features 20 unique characters, pitted against one another to make their greatest wishes come true. The ability to choose between 3 fighting styles will appeal to seasoned gamers while making the game accessible to newcomers.
Why similar: Fighting 53.4% ★, 2D Fighter 32%, Action 6.4%, Anime 4.7%, Multiplayer 2.9%
- #33 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
71% matchVery Positive83% of 6,776 reviews2023
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 54.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40%, Fighting 39.4% ★, Action 5.8%, Anime 5.6%, Multiplayer 4.5%
- #34 Capcom Fighting Collection
72% matchVery Positive91% of 994 reviews2022
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Ten of Capcom's most popular arcade games in one bumper collection! A wide variety of titles are included from series such as Street Fighter and Darkstalkers, Cyberbots, and the first home console port of Red Earth! And of course, all titles support online play!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.9%, Fighting 36.2% ★, Arcade 10.4%, Action 6.7%, Classic 4.2% ★
- #35 Idol Showdown
71% matchVery Positive94% of 5,777 reviews2023
Dev: Besto Game TeamPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Made by hololive fans, for hololive fans. Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.6%, Fighting 36.9% ★, Arcade 7.9%, Anime 5.7%, Action 4.3%
- #36 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
74% matchVery Positive82% of 254 reviews2016
Dev: Studio Saizensen
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In a world controlled by blade, magic, and fist, diverse warriors gather for battle! This is a 2D fighting game featuring characters from Shining Blade and Shining Hearts.
Why similar: Fighting 48.4% ★, 2D Fighter 30.2%, Action 10.5%, Anime 6.9%, Arcade 4.1%
- #37 Koihime Enbu
73% matchVery Positive86% of 312 reviews2016
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Originally an arcade fighting game, Koihime Enbu features fast combat, tight controls, clean visuals, and 13 different playable characters!
Why similar: Fighting 47.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.9%, Anime 7.1%, Action 7.1%, Arcade 2.7%
- #38 ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3
72% matchVery Positive92% of 7,461 reviews2017
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD.Pub: CAPCOM U.S.A., INC.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Marvel and Capcom join forces to deliver the most frenetic 3 vs 3 tag battles ever with Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3. This release comes fully loaded, including all previous DLC, Marvel VS. Capcom : Official Complete Works.
Why similar: Fighting 56.6% ★, 2D Fighter 26.7%, Arcade 4.9%, Action 3.6%, Multiplayer 3.6%
- #39 DRAGON BALL FighterZ
72% matchVery Positive90% of 75,281 reviews2018
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 59.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 53.5% ★, 2D Fighter 23.4%, Anime 5.6%, Action 3.6%, Multiplayer 3.6%
- #40 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
72% matchVery Positive91% of 533 reviews2019
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game such as training mode, online matches, etc.
Why similar: Fighting 51.7% ★, 2D Fighter 31.4%, Action 9.6%, Arcade 4.1%, Anime 2.9%
- #41 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
74% matchMixed64% of 295 reviews2015
Dev: Yatagarasu Dev TeamPub: Nyu Media
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm is an original, traditional-style 2D fighting game with 11 playable characters and which focuses on delivering solid game play and high quality production values.
Why similar: Fighting 51.6% ★, 2D Fighter 34.4%, Action 5.6%, Anime 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 3%
- #42 Punch Planet - Early Access
72% matchVery Positive93% of 195 reviews2017
Dev: Sector-K Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Punch Planet is a Competitive Sci-Fi 2D fighter with a rich and immersive universe, spanning exotic planets, advanced cities, and alien races.
Why similar: Fighting 53.1% ★, 2D Fighter 37%, Action 4.8%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%, Multiplayer 2.4%
- #43 Guilty Gear Isuka
75% matchMixed56% of 546 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A new Gear arises, its name Leopaldon. As they threaten to lay waste to the world, you prepare to mount your offense. The good news? You won't have to face them alone. Guilty Gear Isuka introduces the brand new mechanic of cooperative gameplay to the tried and true fighting madness of the Guilty Gear XX series.
Why similar: Fighting 66.6% ★, 2D Fighter 20.2%, Anime 3.8%, Action 2.9%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%
- #44 Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid
72% matchVery Positive81% of 1,675 reviews2019
Dev: nWay, INC
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Generations of Power Rangers collide across the multiverse’s 25 year history. Experience authentic, but reimagined Power Rangers gameplay. This easy to learn, but hard to master fighting game is designed to welcome players of all skill levels.
Why similar: Fighting 54% ★, 2D Fighter 28.1%, Action 13.2%, Multiplayer 4.7%
- #45 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 553 reviews2020
Dev: HiFight
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
FOOTSIES is a simple 2D ground-based fighting game that both new and experienced players can pick up and enjoy right away. Featuring online battle mode with rollback netcode, implemented using GGPO open-source codes.
Why similar: Fighting 43.6% ★, 2D Fighter 39.6%, Arcade 7.8%, Action 4.3%, Multiplayer 2.9%
- #46 Blade Strangers
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 350 reviews2018
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A malevolent force known only as Lina is devouring data from a vast, interdimensional network of servers overseen by sentient computers called ”motes.” In desperation, the motes summon heroes from a variety of parallel game worlds to face off against each other in one-on-one combat.
Why similar: Fighting 47.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.6%, Action 13%, Anime 6%
- #47 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
71% matchVery Positive83% of 370 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
The ULTIMATE collection is here! It all began in ’93, and now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home in a new stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured!
Why similar: Fighting 51.9% ★, 2D Fighter 33.2%, Action 8.3%, Multiplayer 3.4%, Arcade 2.5%
- #48 Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!
73% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2015
Dev: EXAMU Inc.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
With its own unique battle system and a wide selection of characteristic angels, the girls are appearing on Steam for the first time in [Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!]!!
Why similar: Fighting 49.5% ★, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Anime 7%, Arcade 4.7%, Action 3.6%
- #49 FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,037 reviews2026
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 36.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold…
Why similar: Fighting 35.9% ★, 2D Fighter 33%, Classic 7.7% ★, Arcade 5.8%, Action 4.7%
- #50 GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
69% matchVery Positive88% of 63,950 reviews2021
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 17.7 hrsMean: 81.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 45.8% ★, 2D Fighter 30.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%, Arcade 5.3%, Anime 5.2%
- #51 Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai
71% matchVery Positive90% of 178 reviews2018
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai is a comprehensive rebalance of the popular fighter Koihime Enbu, featuring 14 playable characters, with “Chōryō” and "assist" character “Kaku” joining their rivals on the battlefield for the first time!
Why similar: Fighting 44.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.8%, Action 14.9%, Anime 6.9%
- #52 Million Arthur: Arcana Blood
71% matchVery Positive81% of 331 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
For the first time on Steam, the incredible, over-the-top 2D fighter Million Arthur: Arcana Blood is ready to kick-off! Featuring many of the popular characters from the smash hit Million Arthur series as well as a variety of guest fighters!
Why similar: Fighting 46.4% ★, 2D Fighter 39.1%, Action 7.9%, Anime 6.6%
- #53 Street Fighter X Tekken
74% matchMixed55% of 2,424 reviews2012
Dev: Capcom U.S.A., Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The long awaited dream match-up between the two titans of fighting is here!
Why similar: Fighting 76.2% ★, 2D Fighter 12.9%, Action 3.4%, Arcade 3.2%, Multiplayer 1.8%
- #54 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
68% matchVery Positive86% of 2,462 reviews2024
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 47.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The newest riveting installment in the epic Under Night In-Birth saga rises from the Abyss! Improved visuals and battle system! Witness the curtain fall on the tale of the Hollow Night. Vie for supremacy through exhilarating combat and a deep, robust battle system!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 42.1%, Fighting 26.9% ★, Arcade 8.7%, Action 6.8%, Anime 5.6%
- #55 Skullgirls 2nd Encore
71% matchVery Positive88% of 31,967 reviews2013
Dev: Hidden Variable StudiosPub: Autumn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
--Main Stage Game at Evo 2022!-- The ultimate Skullgirls experience: Featuring 14 hand-animated characters, fully voiced story mode, countless palettes, and unparalleled GGPO-based multiplayer netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 51.6% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Arcade 4.4%, Competitive 4.1% ★, Anime 3.4%
- #56 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
67% matchVery Positive87% of 947 reviews2025
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Capcom's new fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games!
Why similar: Fighting 39.9% ★, 2D Fighter 35.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Action 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 3.3%
- #57 DNF Duel
70% matchMixed63% of 4,185 reviews2022
Dev: NEOPLE Inc.Pub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Action fighting at its extreme! Enter the new beat’em up world of Arad as your favorite character from the beloved Dungeon and Fighter franchise!
Why similar: Fighting 40.2% ★, 2D Fighter 39.1%, Arcade 6.2%, Anime 5.4%, Action 3.7%
- #58 Verdict Guilty - 유죄 평결
70% matchVery Positive85% of 767 reviews2016
Dev: Retro Army LimitedPub: paulstephendavis
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Verdict Guilty is a 90's arcade-style fighting game with a cops vs robbers theme.
Why similar: Fighting 52.8% ★, 2D Fighter 39.9%, Action 6.1%, Pixel Graphics 1.2%
- #59 SAMURAI SHODOWN
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,661 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 46.8%, Fighting 35.4% ★, Action 7.9%, Multiplayer 4.9%, Arcade 2.9%