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Games Like 9 Monkeys of Shaolin

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Beat 'em up, Action, Side Scroller, Local Co-Op.

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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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 86% — of 898 reviews
Released: 2020-10-16
Developer: Sobaka Studio
Publisher: ESDigital Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Median playtime: 3.7 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 86%

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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!

    Why similar: Fighting 46.4%, Martial Arts 42.2%, Retro 6.6%, Action 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  52. #52 Immortal Hunters
    67% matchMixed66% of 135 reviews2025
    Dev: Admiral GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows

    God is dead, killed by a mighty Church that conquered the world with his power. Now, it faces the Apocalypse. Experience it in an RPG beat 'em up as one of its Immortal Hunters. Defy fate, expose the lies of the Cardinals, and find a reborn God before the Khemrids destroy humanity.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.7%, Online Co-Op 22.1%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Co-op 15.4%, Story Rich 6.1%

  53. #53 Final Vendetta
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 507 reviews2022
    Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Numskull Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    A hard-hitting action packed beat ‘em up in the vein of classic arcade titles. Featuring stunning pixel art and a thumping soundtrack with exclusive tracks from Utah Saints! Brawl with bad dudes and tough girls as you fight through dangerous environments.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.3%, Martial Arts 18.9%, Fighting 18.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Action 5.4%

  54. #54 Draw Slasher
    70% matchMixed51% of 974 reviews2016
    Dev: Mass Creation
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Draw Slasher is the unique demanding and dynamic action packed beat'em up you need only a mouse to play. Cut, slice, snip, sever, chop, shear and trim hordes of Pirate Monkey Zombies™.

    Why similar: Ninja 39.1%, Beat 'em up 20.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Hack and Slash 10%, Fighting 9%

  55. #55 River City Saga: Three Kingdoms
    67% matchMostly Positive72% of 283 reviews2022
    Dev: Arc System Works
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Kunio, the beloved hot-blooded renegade, is back to wreak havoc in the world of the Three Kingdoms! The characters take on the roles of famous generals for a game packed with wild action.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.2%, Online Co-Op 18.8%, Retro 16.2%, Action 7.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  56. #56 Tonight We Riot
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 562 reviews2020
    Dev: Pixel Pushers Union 512Pub: Means Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 42%, Co-op 18.2%, Action 15.9%, Retro 13%, Indie 10.9%

  57. #57 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
    71% matchMixed41% of 227 reviews2014
    Dev: PD Design Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Revenge will consume you, but redemption will push you to your breaking point.Play as Dusty, a multi- weapon wielding warrior ready to face loads of outlawed criminals, dangerous creatures and the ruthless evil villain that rules them all.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.8%, Local Co-Op 25.5%, Co-op 16.7%, Action 9.3%, Side Scroller 8%

  58. #58 Young Souls
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 594 reviews2022
    Dev: 1P2PPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Young Souls is a gorgeous 2D brawler meets story-rich action RPG. Fight hordes of belligerent goblins, level up with hundreds of weapons and accessories, explore, and journey between worlds, as rebellious twins battle their way to save their foster father.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.1%, Fighting 20.3%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Co-op 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%

  59. #59 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate
    63% matchVery Positive83% of 3,571 reviews2024
    Dev: Super Evil Megacorp
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    TMNT Splintered Fate - Unleash the Turtles in a roguelike quest to rescue Splinter from the Foot Clan! Master ninja skills, unite in bodacious co-op gameplay, and conquer iconic NYC locales.

    Why similar: Fighting 21.3%, Beat 'em up 21%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Co-op 13.5%, Hack and Slash 12.3%

  60. #60 Path of Kung Fu
    63% matchMostly Positive72% of 5,310 reviews2025
    Dev: 游鲤化龙工作室
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Path of Kung Fu is a Wuxia RPG that blends classic martial arts storytelling with open-world freedom. Master kung fu, navigate the Jianghu's bloody conflicts, and rise from a novice to a legendary hero. Subscribe to top-rated Workshop MODs to elevate your experience to the next level!

    Why similar: Martial Arts 43.5%, Beat 'em up 27.7%, Retro 9.3%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 3.5%

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