- #1 KONSUI FIGHTER
97% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Circean Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Characters of consciousness clash! A tribute to '90s fighters, KONSUI FIGHTER puts you in control of ten characters, each representing an aspect of Ayumu’s personality as he strives to wake from a deep coma. Join the fight to save their world in the premiere hand-drawn fighter from Circean Studios!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.2%, Fighting 24.1% ★, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Anime 8.8%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%
- #2 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
96% 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 39.7% ★, 2D Fighter 32.9%, Anime 8.7%, Action 5.3%, PvP 5.2%
- #3 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
96% matchVery Positive88% of 4,490 reviews2022
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A Persona 4 Smackdown!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.7%, Fighting 30.7% ★, Anime 9.9%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #4 剣撃クロスゾーン
95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: 攻勢道場
Windows
"剣撃クロスゾーン" (KenGeki CrossZone) An original 2D fighting game. Strong attack! There are many offsets! The more buttons you press, the better! Easy operation with special move button!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.4%, Fighting 34% ★, Multiplayer 8.3%, PvP 7.2%, Anime 5.1%
- #5 Super Bout: Champion's Tour
94% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Strongkid, LLC
Windows · Mac
Strongkid presents Super Bout: Champion's Tour, a 1v1 fighting game features state of the art 8-bit graphics and sound effects, 5 playable characters, online and offline versus modes, a single player arcade mode, and more!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.8%, Fighting 21.8% ★, Local Multiplayer 16.1%, Multiplayer 9.3%, PvP 6.5%
- #6 BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
94% 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 36.6% ★, 2D Fighter 32%, Anime 14.4%, Local Multiplayer 5%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #7 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
93% 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 38.3% ★, 2D Fighter 33.1%, Local Multiplayer 10%, Anime 8.9%, Action 4%
- #8 DNF Duel
92% 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: 2D Fighter 37.2%, Fighting 27.6% ★, Anime 9.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.6%, PvP 5.6%
- #9 GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
91% matchVery Positive94% of 10,910 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 42.4% ★, 2D Fighter 27.4%, Anime 10.9%, Local Multiplayer 5.8%, Multiplayer 4.3%
- #10 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
91% 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: 2D Fighter 40.6%, Fighting 38.3% ★, Anime 8.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.5%, Action 5.2%
- #11 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
89% matchVery Positive84% of 8,846 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: 2D Fighter 36.9%, Fighting 36.5% ★, Multiplayer 7.2%, PvP 6.3%, Anime 5.1%
- #12 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
90% matchVery Positive80% of 4,600 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: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Fighting 35.5% ★, Anime 11.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 3.6%
- #13 BlazBlue Centralfiction
89% matchVery Positive94% of 11,789 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 37.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.7%, Anime 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 5.6%, Multiplayer 4.1%
- #14 SkullStars: Supernova
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SkullStarsPub: Fungi Studios
Windows
SkullStars: Supernova looms over us in the funk of outer space! A 2D anime fighting game with stylish 3D models. Fight your way to become a SkullStar with an electrifying soundtrack. The five points of the universe will reconnect!
Why similar: Fighting 39.2% ★, 2D Fighter 33.9%, Anime 11.5%, PvP 3.8%, 2.5D 3.7%
- #15 GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
87% matchVery Positive88% of 64,043 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 31.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.3%, Anime 8.9%, Local Multiplayer 7%, PvP 4.7%
- #16 Arcus Chroma: Classic
86% matchVery Positive96% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: Gx Development
Windows · Mac
Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles! Arcus Chroma is an offline juggle combo fighting game where dodging and countering are the keys to victory. With a truly unique cast to choose from, let your mind run wild as you master the game's creative combo system.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.4%, Fighting 33.6% ★, Anime 9.5%, 2.5D 5.7%, Multiplayer 5.1%
- #17 Idol Showdown
85% matchVery Positive94% of 5,782 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 39.8%, Fighting 26.8% ★, Anime 10.5%, PvP 7%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #18 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
86% 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: 2D Fighter 37.4%, Fighting 37.3% ★, Anime 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 3.3%
- #19 Starkheim Tournament
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project MOX
Windows
Starkheim Tournament is a 2D fighting game set in a fantasy universe with a pixel-art style. Featuring simplified, easy-to-learn controls, it’s designed to be instantly accessible and quick to master.
Why similar: Fighting 30.7% ★, 2D Fighter 27.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.9%, PvP 6.1%, Hand-drawn 5.9%
- #20 Skullgirls 2nd Encore
84% matchVery Positive88% of 31,987 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 36.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Hand-drawn 8%, Anime 6.1%
- #21 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
83% matchVery Positive85% of 421 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: 2D Fighter 37.2%, Fighting 37% ★, Anime 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%, Action 4.8%
- #22 DRAGON BALL FighterZ
82% matchVery Positive90% of 75,315 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 39.8% ★, 2D Fighter 24%, Anime 10.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.1%
- #23 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
81% 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 35.8% ★, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Anime 11.9%, Action 9.2%, Multiplayer 4.4%
- #24 Gender Bender
82% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Rhino Dev
Windows
Hate it when video games force you to identify as gender binary? Want some more options? Want the gender universe brought to life? Watch the genders fresh off of tumblr battle it out in the newest action-fighter of the season. *Not all genders implemented. (yet)
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.9%, Fighting 35.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 18.9%, Action 6.1%, Indie 2.4%
- #25 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
81% matchVery Positive94% of 3,836 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.1 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: 2D Fighter 39%, Fighting 36.5% ★, Anime 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%, Action 3.6%
- #26 HYPERFIGHT 2
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: studio joh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Every hit counts. A new take on 2D fighting arises with tight mechanics that tie meter and win condition directly together. This is the next evolution of HYPERFIGHT!
Why similar: Fighting 28.8% ★, 2D Fighter 28.5%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Hand-drawn 7.3%, Anime 6.2%
- #27 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
78% matchVery Positive83% of 6,795 reviews2023
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 54.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 41.1%, Fighting 29.3% ★, Anime 10.6%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Action 4.8%
- #28 Stardust Rain
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EX Beat
Windows
Enter the world of Stardust Rain!
Why similar: Fighting 34.1% ★, 2D Fighter 29.7%, Anime 9.7%, 2.5D 7%, Local Multiplayer 6%
- #29 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
79% matchVery Positive93% of 4,784 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 36.8% ★, 2D Fighter 36.3%, Anime 14%, Local Multiplayer 4.7%, Action 3.4%
- #30 Rage of the Dragons NEO
76% matchPositive94% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Engage in intense tag team battles in Rage of the Dragons NEO! Play the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games with brand exclusive content!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29%, Fighting 27.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 10.2%, Anime 9.2%, Multiplayer 6.8%
- #31 BreakThrough
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShatterPoint Games
Windows
High-octane fights and stunning 3D cel-shaded animations! BreakThrough is a fighting game where your greatest weapon is your Resolve. Powered by rollback netcode, choose from a diverse set of fighters and prove your strength in battle!
Why similar: Fighting 31.4% ★, 2D Fighter 29.5%, Action 10.6%, Anime 10.4%, Multiplayer 8.5%
- #32 决奕Duel
78% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: 逆熵工作室
Windows
A fighting game without fighting mechanism.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40%, Fighting 33.3% ★, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, PvP 8%, Action 5.2%
- #33 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 51% ★, 2D Fighter 29.7%, Anime 6.1%, Action 5.9%, Multiplayer 4.7%
- #34 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: 87%
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 51.4% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Anime 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.5%, 2D 1.2%
- #35 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
75% matchMixed64% of 295 reviews2015
Dev: Yatagarasu Dev TeamPub: Nyu Media
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 42.3% ★, 2D Fighter 39%, Anime 10.8%, Action 5.1%, Indie 2%
- #36 Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,213 reviews2019
Dev: 羽良麻セルフ
Windows
Ultra Fight Kyanta 2 is a fighting game with a frantic pace and easy to learn controls. You can perform special attacks using single button presses! Fight in 2D battles across various modes using teams of hand-drawn characters.
Why similar: Fighting 44.3% ★, 2D Fighter 38.6%, Multiplayer 6.6%, Anime 5.3%, Action 3.6%
- #37 Koihime Enbu
74% 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: 2D Fighter 40.5%, Fighting 38.5% ★, Anime 14.6%, Action 6.4%
- #38 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
73% 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 44.6% ★, 2D Fighter 32.4%, Anime 13%, Multiplayer 3.8%, Action 3.2%
- #39 Topdown Showdown
74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Team Ryzal
Windows
The premier top down Smash inspired fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 33.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Multiplayer 8.5%, PvP 6.6%
- #40 Dual Souls: The Last Bearer
72% matchPositive93% of 41 reviews2021
Dev: Stun Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get ready for intense 2D fighting with Rollback Net-Code. Spirit of old-school fighting games is back with Dual Souls! Inspired by the classic fighting game series, Dual Souls delivers it all - it’s fast; it’s full on; it’s tactical; it’s online and it’s FUN!
Why similar: Fighting 41.6% ★, 2D Fighter 41.1%, Action 7.5%, Anime 6.9%, Indie 2.8%
- #41 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
73% 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 40.6% ★, 2D Fighter 35%, Anime 14.7%, Action 9.8%
- #42 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
72% matchVery Positive95% of 5,074 reviews2015
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KOF 2002 UM is the 2nd title in the UM Series and a fully upgraded ver. of KOF 2002, a masterpiece of the KOF Series deserving its place of honor alongside KOF ’98. Based on THE NESTS CHRONICLES, 2002 UM includes the most characters of any title in the KOF Series, and fighting game history!
Why similar: Fighting 45.2% ★, 2D Fighter 33.7%, Anime 6.1%, Local Multiplayer 5%, Multiplayer 4.8%
- #43 DAIR
71% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Teridax
Windows
A complex fighting game with one attack. Features fast-paced, expressive movement and rollback netcode.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.7%, Fighting 29.3% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.2%, Multiplayer 7.2%, PvP 6.8%
- #44 GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,538 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
Why similar: Fighting 37.7% ★, 2D Fighter 33.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Anime 9%, Action 2.6%
- #45 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
69% matchVery Positive86% of 2,470 reviews2024
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 11.6 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 41.5%, Fighting 19.2% ★, Anime 10.1%, Local Multiplayer 7.6%, Action 5.4%
- #46 NAIR
70% matchVery Positive96% of 89 reviews2021
Dev: Teridax
Windows
A simple fighting game with one attack. Features fast-paced, expressive movement and rollback netcode.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.6%, Fighting 29.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.6%, Multiplayer 7.1%, PvP 6.9%
- #47 Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!
71% 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 39.3% ★, 2D Fighter 31.7%, Anime 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Action 3.1%
- #48 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
70% matchVery Positive83% of 372 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
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 41.1% ★, 2D Fighter 36.3%, Action 7.3%, Multiplayer 6.1%, PvP 5.3%
- #49 Slice, Dice & Rice
70% matchMixed64% of 734 reviews2017
Dev: Dojo GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.
Why similar: Fighting 39.5% ★, 2D Fighter 32%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, Action 7.8%, Anime 4.5%
- #50 Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gameplay Group InternationalPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is a fast-paced 1v1 fighter where you battle as your favorite characters from the Avatar franchise. Featuring hand-drawn 2D animation true to the series’ roots, proprietary rollback netcode, and full cross-play for smooth, competitive gameplay.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.9%, Hand-drawn 17.7%, Fighting 15.4% ★, Anime 10.5%, Combat 5.7%
- #51 Blade Strangers
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 351 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 38.4% ★, 2D Fighter 37.7%, Anime 12.2%, Action 11.7%
- #52 Stickfigurez
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
STICKFIGUREZ is an indie platform fighter featuring iconic characters from classic stick figure animations. Play with up to 4 players locally or online!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.9%, Fighting 30.6% ★, Local Multiplayer 13.3%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Combat 4%
- #53 GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
68% 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 46.7% ★, 2D Fighter 29.2%, Anime 12.9%, Multiplayer 4.7%, Action 2.9%
- #54 Ascendance Fighters
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gensart
Windows
Ascendance Fighters is a bloody indie platform fighter about a distant future in which the government has implanted cybernetic chips into a select few in the military, granting superhuman powers.
Why similar: Fighting 31.8% ★, 2D Fighter 28.5%, Local Multiplayer 13.7%, Multiplayer 8%, Hand-drawn 7.9%
- #55 Brawlout
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 810 reviews2018
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!
Why similar: Fighting 47.2% ★, 2D Fighter 34.6%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Action 4.2%, Local Multiplayer 3.2%
- #56 SUPER BUTOU HEROES
67% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: 武闘学園映像研究部
Windows
◆What is SUPER FIGHTING HEROES? This is a fighting game where you can enjoy high-speed tactics.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 47.4%, Fighting 45.8% ★, Action 4.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #57 Street Fighter V
67% 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 52.6% ★, 2D Fighter 23.9%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Action 2.9%
- #58 SAMURAI SHODOWN
66% matchVery Positive81% of 1,665 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 47.2%, Fighting 26.1% ★, Multiplayer 8.2%, PvP 6.8%, Action 6.3%
- #59 Rivals of Aether II
64% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,105 reviews2024
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 78.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 31.1% ★, 2D Fighter 27%, Local Multiplayer 13.1%, Multiplayer 7.9%, 2.5D 5.4%