- #1 Aidan Junior
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chap.C Games
Windows · Linux
A story-driven retro beat ’em up where you battle across a mysterious island to uncover its secrets and search for your lost father. Fight solo or in local co-op, unlock new abilities, and restore balance in a world shaped by ancient power.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.9%, Side Scroller 14.3%, 2.5D 13%, Co-op Campaign 7.8% ★, Arcade 7%
- #2 RUMBLE DRAGON
73% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Hit the streets and pummel baddies in this classic handheld game inspired Beat 'Em Up! Fight solo or double up with a friend for local co-op!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, 2.5D 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Martial Arts 9.6% ★
- #3 Deadly Metropolis
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AGARPub: Abryt
Windows
Deadly Metropolis is an intense, fast paced beat 'em up that takes the genre to brutal new heights. The deadliest era is here, a battle rages in the depths of Neo Babylos! Are you ready?!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.9%, 2.5D 17.7%, Martial Arts 12.1% ★, Character Customization 8.5%, Action 5.8%
- #4 Rise of the Funkys
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Ideal Games
Windows
A side scrolling beat 'em up game where you control 4 characters with unique combat mechanics. Make your way through 6 stages of this crime-ridden world, where random events happen to spice up the combat experience.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.7%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Co-op Campaign 12.4% ★, Arcade 10.3%, Linear 7%
- #5 Streets of Chaos
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonfa Games
Windows
Streets of Chaos is a new retro sidescroller beat em up (fighting game), made with pixelart similar to 16 bits consoles. Is highly based on Streets of Rage, Double Dragon, Final Fight, and Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, with original story and various homages to classics.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.6%, Martial Arts 10% ★, Side Scroller 8.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%, Local Co-Op 8%
- #6 Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind
70% matchMixed65% of 714 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind, the team faces off against a robotic reincarnation of the Power Rangers' long-time nemesis. Robo Rita has conjured a portal to send herself back in time so she can finally vanquish the Power Rangers by forming an alliance with her younger self.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.3%, Arcade 11.1%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #7 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
69% matchVery Positive94% of 14,405 reviews2022
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.5%, Co-op Campaign 19.1% ★, Side Scroller 12.9%, Martial Arts 9.5% ★, Arcade 5.7%
- #8 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
69% matchVery Positive86% of 1,524 reviews2023
Dev: Secret BasePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Martial Arts 12.8% ★, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%
- #9 Streets of Rage 4
69% matchVery Positive93% of 19,118 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.6%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Co-op Campaign 7.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 6.4%, Arcade 6.3%
- #10 RUSHING BEAT X: Return Of Brawl Brothers
68% matchPositive82% of 38 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
The legendary beat ’em up series from Jaleco returns. Master trained fighters take on a rising evil with raw strength and refined technique. Built around easy-to-use auto-combos, the game lets skilled players weave powerful strings for exhilarating combat. Let your fists burn with fury once more.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28%, Co-op Campaign 18.3% ★, Side Scroller 12.6%, Arcade 6.9%, Local Co-Op 6.7%
- #11 Warrior Lords
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Future ArcadePub: Future Minimalism
Windows
Warrior Lords offers a furious medieval arcade experience, drawing inspiration from classic beat 'em ups. Battle through Western Europe wielding cold steel, delivering powerful kicks and summoning dragons. Choose from 6 unique heroes and defeat your rivals in a quest for supremacy.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.4%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Co-op Campaign 11.1% ★, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #12 Gargoyle Gatling
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: BitRec
Windows
The gargoyles have landed in a groovy prison after taking a tumble into hell, and they're all extremely hungry! It's up to them to mow down the demons that stand in their path and hunt down the only Waffle Home that operates in hell in this 2.5D co-op beat 'em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.3%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Co-op Campaign 9.7% ★, 2.5D 9.6%, Character Customization 8%
- #13 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Dominate the dojo in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, a pixel art beat ‘em up adventure. Grab your friends for local co-op multiplayer and dive into the classic The Karate Kid journey with retro-style gameplay, dynamic combat, and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Martial Arts 13.3% ★, Arcade 11%, Action 7.4%
- #14 Battle Mutants
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AJerome Studio
Windows · Mac
Experience arcade chaos! Smash through 12 explosive stages as badass mutants in this modern beat 'em up. Enjoy unique level mechanics, brutal bosses, and stylish pixel art. Grab a friend for epic co-op mayhem!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.3%, Co-op Campaign 17.3% ★, Martial Arts 13.9% ★, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Arcade 8.1%
- #15 Kings Do Not Fall
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HYPERDEVBOX JAPAN
Windows
When the kingdom needs a legend, you don’t fall... you rise. In a land torn apart, an entire army has fallen. Embark on a classic beat ’em up, just like we loved to play in the 90s.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.9%, 2.5D 13.6%, Arcade 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Retro 9%
- #16 Beat 'Em Up Collection (QUByte Classics)
65% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
A collection of seven retro beat 'em ups with enhanced features like rewind, cheats, screen filters, and more!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.5%, Arcade 13.8%, Retro 9.9%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Action 7.5%
- #17 Reality Rash
64% matchPositive93% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: Give your jumps
Windows
A 3D beat 'em up inspired by the classics — fight your way through 4 different worlds. Play solo or in 2-player co-op to gather the 4 cores and save your home in this nostalgic and modern beat 'em up!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29%, 2.5D 10.6%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Martial Arts 10.2% ★, Side Scroller 10%
- #18 枭雄
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 乐爆工作室Pub: Twofoldsweet
Windows
Flux Heroes is a side-scrolling beat ’em up focused on high-freedom combo combat. Fight through horizontal stages and boss battles with no fixed strings—launch, juggle, knock back, interrupt, and wall-bounce enemies to create your own skill-driven flow.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.4%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Arcade 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%, Action 8.2%
- #19 Bud Spencer & Terence Hill - Slaps And Beans
66% matchVery Positive92% of 1,971 reviews2018
Dev: Trinity TeamPub: Buddy Productions GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill
Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.5%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Retro 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #20 Sacred Citadel
67% matchMixed69% of 1,188 reviews2013
Dev: SouthendPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.5%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Side Scroller 12%, Co-op 7.5%, Action 7.4%
- #21 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,501 reviews2023
Dev: Engine SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.9%, Local Co-Op 9%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Action 6.7%, Co-op 6.4%
- #22 Vegelypse
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jumble Cats StudiosPub: Tate Multimedia
Windows
Vegelypse is a 2.5D hand-painted beat 'em up with roguelite grit. Take control of the Hard Rock Cacti Band - smash, crush, and chop your way through hordes of mutated, monstrous vegetables and fruits. The Vegelypse Has Begun!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.6%, 2.5D 21.8%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Retro 8.2%, Co-op 5.6%
- #23 Skirmish
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extra Nice
Windows
What is your faction? Master the new possibilities of physics-based hack & slash! Defeat your friends in the arena and conquer the world in the coop campaign!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.3%, Co-op Campaign 17.4% ★, Side Scroller 11.9%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%
- #24 Streets of Fury EX
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 850 reviews2015
Dev: Guard Crush
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
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: Beat 'em up 22.5%, Co-op Campaign 15.3% ★, Martial Arts 11.6% ★, 2.5D 9.6%, Local Co-Op 9%
- #25 Heroes of Mount Dragon
63% matchMostly Positive78% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: RuniQPub: indie.io
Windows
Unleash dragon-morphing powers in this action-packed side-scrolling brawler! Choose from unique heroes, each with their own fighting style. Play couch co-op or online with up to 3 friends. Team up to defeat evil or compete for supremacy. Fun and accessible for all skill levels!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.8%, Co-op Campaign 20.1% ★, Side Scroller 13.2%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Co-op 7.3%
- #26 Takeover 2
65% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Take to the streets solo or with a partner in this fast paced, high-impact arcade beat ’em up. Takeover returns with refined gameplay, upgraded visuals and a pulse-pounding new soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.8%, 2.5D 19.4%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Arcade 10.6%, Linear 7.4%
- #27 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
65% matchVery Positive88% of 1,422 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.4%, Arcade 11.4%, Retro 6.6%, Co-op 6.1%, Action 4.4%
- #28 Brawler
66% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Cobra Blade
Windows · Mac
Classic beat 'em up action brawling in gang-infested streets.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.6%, Vehicular Combat 21.2% ★, Martial Arts 12% ★, Arcade 9.1%, Retro 6.2%
- #29 Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
63% matchVery Positive85% of 176 reviews2025
Dev: Rocket Panda Games JapanPub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 57%
"Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate" is a side-scrolling beat-'em-up with the heart of a fighting game, showcasing nostalgic pixel art and the latest cross-platform online multiplayer. Experience the biggest and most expansive entry in the "Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds" series to date!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Character Customization 8.7%
- #30 Itadaki Smash
65% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: Main Loop videogames S.L.
Windows
Itadaki Smash™ is a Beat 'em Up game that pays tribute to the classics of the genre. Gain new skills and revive the spirit of the arcade by unleashing an arsenal of combos, throws and special attacks.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Martial Arts 13% ★, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Arcade 10.8%
- #31 SENTIENT STEEL
64% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Etcher
Windows · Mac
SENTIENT STEEL is a fast-paced 2.5D action-platformer for up to two players. Fight back against a rogue Artificial Intelligence, avoiding the growths of its synthetic infection, and destroying its fearsome Machines.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.6%, Side Scroller 15%, 2.5D 14.5%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%
- #32 Tank Brigade
64% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dual B Games
Windows
Explore a tactical top-down tank shooter set across diverse biomes. Each run offers a unique experience with procedurally generated levels and a variety of powerful weapons to unlock.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28%, Vehicular Combat 21.7% ★, Co-op Campaign 14.9% ★, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Arcade 9.9%
- #33 Cavatus
64% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Malzbie Games
Windows
The war against Professor Zor was won, but the price was high. Technologies were destroyed. Only a few ancient flying machines remain. Professor Zor might still be alive and start another war. You must prevent that!
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 24.2% ★, 2.5D 23.5%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 8.4%
- #34 Mad King Redemption
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SECRET MISSIONPub: Pixel Doors
Windows
Mad King Redemption is a unique blend of a traditional beat'em'up game with strong roguelite progression, mixed in a pixelated graphic style in a 2.5D world. Relieve the king from his madness while beating up corrupted enemies, in a fresh way at every run!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, 2.5D 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Arcade 9.2%, Local Co-Op 9.1%
- #35 Blades & Battles
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Relive the era of beat 'em ups in a new legend! Wield your sword as Arthur or Lancelot and fight side by side in epic battles inspired by the classic Golden Axe, now in 3D with pixelated 2.5D graphics and full of retro action.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.7%, 2.5D 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Arcade 8.3%, Local Co-Op 8%
- #36 Eight Dragons
64% matchMostly Positive73% of 33 reviews2019
Dev: Extend Mode
Windows · Linux
EIGHT DRAGONS is an old-school scrolling beat-'em-up for up to eight players! Can you defeat the criminal gangs ruling the city and stop MR BIG?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.9%, Martial Arts 14.8% ★, 2.5D 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Arcade 7.6%
- #37 The TakeOver
63% matchVery Positive84% of 1,139 reviews2019
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
The Takeover is a side-scrolling beat'em up inspired by 90's classics such as Streets of Rage and Final Fight. Battle solo or alongside a friend in local co-op while listening to awesome tunes from Little V Mills, Richie Branson, James Ronald and industry legend Yuzo Koshiro!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.2%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Arcade 8.1%, Co-op Campaign 7.6% ★
- #38 G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra
62% matchMixed48% of 154 reviews2024
Dev: indie.io
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
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: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Martial Arts 11.6% ★, Side Scroller 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Co-op 10.4%
- #39 Double Dragon Trilogy
64% matchMixed55% of 1,077 reviews2015
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A groundbreaking, uber-popular game upon its arcade debut in 1987. Double Dragon is the undisputed godfather of co-op beat ‘em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.2%, Arcade 15%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Retro 9.5%, Side Scroller 6%
- #40 Ninjin: Clash of Carrots
63% matchVery Positive91% of 407 reviews2018
Dev: Pocket TrapPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Character Customization 11.4%, Co-op 8.7%, Arcade 8.2%
- #41 Mayhem Brawler
62% matchVery Positive89% of 837 reviews2021
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Mayhem Brawler is an urban fantasy themed beat 'em up that brings back the 90s arcade vibe to present day. With comic book style art and kick-ass soundtracks, it offers a unique experience that you can tackle solo or as co-op with friends while defining the next step in the story with your choices.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%
- #42 MannaRites
62% matchVery Positive91% of 299 reviews2020
Dev: DamonWall
Windows · Linux
Fantasy beat'em'up with a bit of RPG flavor and couch co-op. Explore open map, fight brutal enemies, find and equip weapons, armor and artifacts, make your hero stronger by gaining experience and learning unique perks and combat moves!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.8%, Co-op Campaign 21.4% ★, 2.5D 15.8%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 7.1%
- #43 Intersecta
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 11th Dan
Windows
"Intersecta" is an intense tactical top-down space combat game with a stylized sci-fi aesthetic. Devoid of humans, the game is set in another dimension where only cybernetic insects have evolved. The player takes control of an Intersecta fighter pilot hoping to survive an intergalactic invasion.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 23.8% ★, Local Co-Op 16.8%, 2.5D 14.1%, Vehicular Combat 12.8% ★, Local Multiplayer 11.1%
- #44 Super Double Dragon
61% matchMostly Positive71% of 49 reviews2023
Dev: I.T.L.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.8%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Action 8.8%, Co-op 7.5%
- #45 Urban Rangers Arcade
62% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Anthems-0
Windows
This Is A Great Couch Co-op, Arcade Beat Em Up Experience. Made With The Great Pixel Game Engine. Heart was put into Urban Rangers Arcade. (USE "1920 X 1080" Pc Resolution) Grab A Friend, And See How You Would Do With Your Backs Against The wall....
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.9%, Martial Arts 19.8% ★, Arcade 9.5%, Co-op Campaign 6.9% ★, Local Co-Op 6.8%
- #46 Vengeance Hunters
60% matchVery Positive87% of 62 reviews2024
Dev: Nalua Studio SLU
Windows
Vengeance Hunters is an adrenaline fueled Neo-Geo hardware developed beat’em’up that lets you and a friend in local co-op fight mutants, zombies, punks, gangsters, lab techs with bombs (you read that correctly), suited mystery men, cyborgs and more across multiple stages, sublevels and secret areas.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Retro 7.9%
- #47 王国的坚盾
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magic.D
Windows
这是一款横版卷轴清版闯关的即时动作游戏,你将扮演一名王国的普通士兵,从维护治安到保护王国要员最后守护国家,成为王国最坚强的盾牌。
Why similar: Beat 'em up 49.8%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Arcade 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Action 5.8%
- #48 Portal Brawlers
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crystal Spider Games
Windows
Portal Brawlers is a Beat-em-Up set in a vibrant fantasy world. Follow Thunk and friends as they wreak havoc across the land, trying to stop whatever malevolent force is summoning trouble through these portals!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.6%, Side Scroller 16%, Arcade 11.2%, Co-op Campaign 10.9% ★, Retro 5.5%
- #49 Stones of the Revenant
63% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: ChickenCat Games
Windows
Retro-Arcade style platformer with six unique playable characters. Team up with local co-op or try to defeat the Revenant and his minions solo in this challenging quest to save the realm of the living!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%
- #50 School Hero
60% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Gkoros PolychronisPub: GPoly Games
Windows · Linux
Beat everyone in the school and save your beloved girlfriend in this anime-inspired Beat Em Up game!, as Sakura high calls for a new Hero. Will you answer the call and save her?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.9%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Retro 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #51 RoHoEn Rumble
62% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: The Firebrand of Phoenix
Windows
A bold new legend begins! Play this side-scrolling beat-em-up based on the real RoHoEn in Phoenix Arizona.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.1%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Martial Arts 15.4% ★, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #52 Fallen City Brawl
59% matchMostly Positive80% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: Fallen City StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Brawl through the city in hard-hitting pixel art style inspired by arcade classics! Inspired by arcade beat ’em ups of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Fallen City Brawl is a story of ambition and revenge told through intense side-scrolling pixel art action.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.5%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Linear 9.5%, Local Co-Op 6.5%, Action 5.6%
- #53 Skinny & Franko: Fists of Violence
60% matchVery Positive86% of 184 reviews2023
Dev: Blue Sunset GamesPub: Console Labs S.A.
Windows
Brutal next chapter of Amiga's legendary beat'em up 'Franko: The Crazy Revenge' is here. It's time to clean the streets of shit. The iconic game finally gets a sequel it deserves. Are you ready? They are coming!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Co-op Campaign 18.8% ★, Hand-drawn 10%, Local Co-Op 9.7%, Arcade 9%
- #54 MARVEL Cosmic Invasion
58% matchVery Positive88% of 1,821 reviews2025
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.2%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Arcade 11%, Co-op 9.2%, Retro 7.5%
- #55 Double Dragon: Neon
62% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,536 reviews2014
Dev: WayForwardPub: Midnight City
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.3%, Co-op 9.4%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Arcade 7.7%, Local Multiplayer 5%
- #56 Fist Puncher
62% matchMostly Positive71% of 312 reviews2013
Dev: Team2Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The sinister Milkman holds the city of San Cruces in his nasty criminal grip, and it’s up to legendary black belt neurosurgeon Dr. Karate and the rest of the Fist Puncher team to deliver old-school justice to the lawless streets.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.4%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Action 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #57 Absolum
57% matchVery Positive93% of 9,060 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.2%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Co-op 8.1%
- #58 Slave Fighter X
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MasterMind Games
Windows
SlaveFighterX is a 2D side scrolling lewd fantasy Beat´em up, where you fight old school arcade style against hordes of voluptuous enemies and unique bosses while ripping each other’s clothes apart!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Character Customization 15.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Martial Arts 12.2% ★, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #59 Clobber Barons
59% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Stanli LLC
Windows
A short, arcade-style throw back to the beat 'em ups of the early 90's. Use the money you beat out of wealthy criminals to charge your power attacks while attempting to find the mastermind behind the criminal racket taking over your city.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.1%, 2.5D 18.6%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Action 8.3%, Retro 4.8%