Games Like Aeon Must Die!

Aztez is a highly stylized, brutally satisfying beat 'em up set in the world of the Aztec Empire. Take on the role of an elite close combat unit and undergo missions on behalf of the Empire in the turn-based metagame, and fight against warriors and mythological foes alike using 8 unique weapons in real time combat mode.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 66.9%, Action 21.7%, Indie 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines high-skill beat-em-up combat with a unique, striking art style that mirrors the tactical intensity of the seed game.

Experience the most exciting and immersive beat-em-up combat system ever – become a kickass ninja and slice some demons in style!

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 26.2% ★, Beat 'em up 25.7%, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Fighting 12.1% ★, Anime 6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a visceral, spectacle-fighter experience with fluid 2D combat that emphasizes speed and combo mastery.

Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 46.1%, Anime 15.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Action 9.4%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers high-octane, stylish 2D action with a heavy emphasis on flashy combat mechanics and anime-inspired visuals.

Super Crush KO is a fast-paced brawler set in a vibrant, near-future city. Zip up your favourite neon jacket and combo your way through swarms of deadly robots to save your kidnapped kitten and, while you’re at it, save humanity from an AI apocalypse.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Spectacle fighter 29.6% ★, 2D Fighter 28.8%, Colorful 5.7%, Action 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the fast-paced, stylish spectacle-fighter feel found in the seed game with its vibrant art and fluid combat.

Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.8%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Colorful 7.5%, Action 7%, Futuristic 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on fast-paced, momentum-based 2D action that mirrors the breakneck speed of the seed game.

ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 64.5%, 2D Platformer 28%, 2D 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a stylish, fluid 2D action experience with a strong emphasis on combat variety and platforming.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.7%, Action 22.5%, 2D 12.3%, Indie 11.8%, Sci-fi 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the cinematic, high-stakes intensity of the seed game through its fast-paced, one-hit-kill combat and stylish presentation.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.1%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Atmospheric 10%, Action 8.5%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: While boss-focused, it captures the intense, tactical, and highly stylized nature of the seed game's combat encounters.

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 64.5%, Fighting 15.3% ★, Action 9.2%, Indie 5.3%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is the gold standard for modern beat-em-ups, offering the deep, satisfying combat mechanics that fans of the genre crave.

Earth’s Dawn is looming and the fate of the planet hangs in the balance! Dive into frantic side-scrolling combat and take the fight to the alien horde before destroying hulking bosses!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.3%, Action 25.6%, Indie 17.5%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling 2D action game that emphasizes fast-paced combat and character customization.

Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.5%, Metroidvania 34.4%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Colorful 5.8%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It expertly blends metroidvania exploration with a deep, combo-heavy beat-em-up combat system that feels very similar to the seed game.

Aces Wild is a fast-paced, hardcore, aerial beat 'em up!Engage in insane aerial martial arts combat against countless opponents!It utilizes a 'Wild Meter' which increases the power of your attacks butalso makes enemies more aggressive!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.9%, Spectacle fighter 19.3% ★, Action 10%, Indie 6.8%, Anime 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes high-energy, chaotic brawling that captures the frantic, aggressive spirit of the seed game.

Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.9%, Fighting 17.6% ★, Anime 9.9%, Action 6.8%, 2D 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A highly technical beat-em-up that rewards tactical play and mastery of complex combat systems, much like the seed game.

Way of the Passive Fist is a unique and colorful arcade brawler. Parry, Dodge and Dash to outwit and outlast your enemies on a desolate planet ruled by raiders, mutants and fanatical sun worshipers. It's a new kind of tactical fighting in the licensed arcade brawler for the 90s cartoon you wish existed.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 62.7%, Action 22.2%, Indie 15.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, rhythm-based tactical approach to the beat-em-up genre, focusing on timing and counter-attacks.

--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: 2D Fighter 47.6%, Fighting 32.9% ★, Anime 8.9%, Action 3.7%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features incredible, high-energy 2D animation and a deep fighting game engine that aligns with the seed game's spectacle-fighter roots.

Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.9%, Metroidvania 28.1%, 2D Platformer 9.1%, Anime 8.2%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a solid 2D hack-and-slash experience with a focus on action and exploration.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Beat 'em up 27.3%, Action 8.6%, Indie 5.4%, 2D 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a beautiful, anime-inspired 2D action experience with fluid combat and a strong focus on exploration.

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: 2D Fighter 54.2%, Fighting 28.6% ★, Action 6.7%, Indie 5.3%, Sci-fi 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A pure 2D fighter that focuses on technical combat and high-speed execution.

The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.1%, Action 23.1%, Indie 14.9%, 2D 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, stylish 2D spectacle-fighter that features intense, combo-driven combat and a unique visual identity.

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.1%, Anime 15.1%, Action 8.8%, Colorful 8.5%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a modern, anime-styled beat-em-up experience with deep combat mechanics and a vibrant world.

Rush through the cyberpunk landscapes of Neo Barcelona in Aeon Drive, an action-platformer with a speedrunning twist! Whether solo or in up to 4 player co-op, sprint and dash through many areas of the neon-infused city - and use your time and space-bending abilities to get ahead.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 49.2%, Action 18.7%, 2D 16.9%, Indie 15.2%

Why You'll Like It: While more platforming-focused, its fast-paced, high-difficulty nature captures the intensity of the seed game.

"YumeCore" is a new type of game combining side-scrolling beat-’em-up action with adventure-style investigation that puts the “aii” in “kawaii.” Fight your way through the waking dreams of the sickly girl Soboko to escape the hospital.

Why similar: Anime 53.7%, Action 46.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features a distinct anime aesthetic and 2D action gameplay that aligns with the visual style of the seed game.

In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.1%, Futuristic 24.5%, Sci-fi 18.4%, Action 17.2%, 2D 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, arcade-style action game that delivers intense 2D combat and a gritty, stylish atmosphere.

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 71.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Action 5.3%, Indie 4.9%, 2D 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is a quintessential metroidvania that shares the seed game's focus on exploration and 2D action.

Rebel Transmute is a challenging 2D action-platformer epic with heart! Explore the twisting caverns of an alien planet, augment your play-style to fit your strengths, battle deadly bosses, and uncover a dark truth as Moon Mikono searches for her long lost mother.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Space 14%, Emotional 11.7%, Sci-fi 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This metroidvania offers a sci-fi setting and challenging combat that will appeal to fans of the seed game's exploration elements.

Crisp combat mechanics, challenging arenas, hilarious storyline, and totally addictive and painfully familiar spot-on gameplay. Experience the thrills of fighting your way through the most bizarre villains in the Galaxy and defend the honor of Earth in the space arena!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.8%, Fighting 23.6% ★, 2D Fighter 7.1%, Metroidvania 6%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, arcade-style beat-em-up that focuses on fast, chaotic combat encounters.

Tune into Aaero2 - a heart-pounding rhythm-shooter with 20 stunning alien worlds, each powered by a legendary Monstercat track. Trace ribbons of light, unleash devastating firepower, and conquer colossal bosses! Play solo or co-op and feel every beat as you fight to the soundtrack.

Why similar: Aliens 26.8%, Space 19.9%, Futuristic 16%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action 9%

ION Shift delivers fast, high-stakes gameplay with precision controls and a unique sandbox-style approach to combat arenas. The campaign progressively challenges the player through evolving level design, tight mechanics, and a focus on player-driven mastery.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Futuristic 21.2%, Sci-fi 18.8%, Aliens 14.6%, Action 9.6%

Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.5%, Spectacle fighter 27.9% ★, Fighting 18.6% ★, Anime 15.4%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that focuses on high-speed anime-style combat and boss encounters.

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 77.1%, Action 7.5%, Beat 'em up 5.5%, Indie 4.6%, 2D 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines deep 2D combat mechanics with metroidvania exploration, offering a rewarding action experience.

HARDCORE MECHA is a 2D platformer action focusing on a better handling. The Campaign mode offers rich gameplay and seamless in-game cut-scenes for an immersive experience. Choose your favorite mecha, experience the fast-paced hardcore competitive battle of steel in Multiplayer!

Why similar: Fighting 22.1% ★, Anime 18.2%, Cinematic 16.9%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Action 13.2%

Embark on an action-packed adventure with "EON Fighter," a thrilling spaceship shooter game with roguelite elements. Pilot your fighter through space, collect resources, and battle your way to victory. Strive to become the last survivor in the universe!

Why similar: 2D 53.4%, Action 46.6%

Space. Anomalies. Throw down a challenge to mad alien mutants in dynamic firefights with continuous injection of adrenaline! Get ready for the most unforgettable and enchanting space confrontation of all time!

Why similar: Space 28.6%, Action 21%, Sci-fi 18.5%, Indie 15.5%, 2D 9.5%

Death is not the end: defeat infernal foes until you die and carry on the fight with your eternal soul and memories in a new body!

Why similar: Atmospheric 43.1%, Action 24.5%, Combat 20.7%, Indie 11.7%

Teamwork matters most in this seamless, fantastical metroidvania within a living, breathing world. Realize each character's true potential to take down an invading force of overwhelmingly powerful parasites.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Space 9.1%, Action 7.4%

Unleash your inner fighter in Rainbowcore Hypernova, the explosively fun and free fighting game featuring vibrant characters, easy controls, and dynamic battles

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.4%, Spectacle fighter 37.4% ★, Fighting 8.3% ★, Action 4.7%, Combat 4.3%

Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

Why similar: Fighting 32.5% ★, Space 21.1%, Sci-fi 14.8%, Colorful 12%, Action 10.2%

Experience stylish-action battles and beautiful pixel art, summon heroes across time and space, and challenge the magic tower to save the heroic spirits and goddesses!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.9%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Anime 13%, Action 8.5%, Combat 7.5%

The God of Rock has gathered the universe’s greatest musicians to clash for musical supremacy. Battle to the beat by hitting notes in rhythm and unleash harmonic attacks against opponents in this competitive rhythm-fighting game hybrid.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.4%, Spectacle fighter 20.5% ★, Beat 'em up 18.5%, Anime 5.2%, Colorful 4.3%

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 41.6%, Spectacle fighter 19.8% ★, Fighting 19.5% ★, Anime 9.1%, Action 4.7%

Experience the apeX of 2D action! A new era of 2D action begins now! Get ready for high-speed, stylish 2D side-scrolling action like never before. Inti Creates presents the ultimate in classic 2D action with "Luminous Avenger iX"!

Why similar: Action 51.3%, Anime 34.2%, 2D 14.5%

ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!

Why similar: Anime 31.9%, Sci-fi 28.1%, Action 20.8%, 2D 19.2%

A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 41%, Action 15.3%, Aliens 13.5%, 2D 10.4%, Indie 7.3%

A breathtaking arcade space combat game inspired by prestige anime.

Why similar: Cinematic 30.2%, Anime 25%, Action 20.1%, Colorful 12.5%, Indie 6.3%

The Cyan Galaxy is in peril! Your trusty little star fighter and rag tag squad of wingmen are the only hope against the evil EXODON! Level up from a pea shooter to an offensive powerhouse as you engage in frantic combat across many wondrous locales.

Why similar: Space 34.7%, Sci-fi 18.1%, Colorful 17.9%, 2D 14.9%, Action 14.4%

What the enemy can do, you can do as well! Activate the "Override" system and and hijack enemy Cyborgs on the fly during high-intensity battles. Mix and match the Cyborgs you seized with fully customizable "Extensions" and "Cores", and craft hundreds of game-breaking combat builds!

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.6% ★, Beat 'em up 23.7%, 2D Fighter 16.5%, Anime 9.9%, Futuristic 5.6%

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Action 25.2%, 2D 21.4%, Aliens 20.1%, Indie 17.3%, Anime 16%

Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 55.6%, Fighting 26.6% ★, Anime 9.4%, Action 8.4%

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Beat 'em up 28.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Anime 7.4%, Action 6.5%

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Anime 15.1%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Action 7.6%

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 63%, Fighting 17% ★, Action 9.1%, 2D 6.8%, Indie 4.1%

A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

Why similar: Action 57.4%, Indie 42.6%

Slam opponents into walls, launch them into the air & follow up with fast, high-flying attacks in this brand new arena fighter. Choose from 13 different characters with unique play styles. Face off in head-to-head matches, team up with other fighters or embrace the chaos of 4-player free-for-all.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.8% ★, Beat 'em up 30.2%, Fighting 15.9% ★, Anime 7.6%, Colorful 4.6%

Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 50.7% ★, Space 11.4%, Futuristic 11.2%, Anime 11.2%, Sci-fi 7.7%

A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Colorful 8.2%, Combat 6.7%

Feel-good, high-impact 2D action with two hearts as one. Time for a powerful, vivid “Action Date”!

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.9% ★, 2D Platformer 25.3%, Anime 9.5%, Action 9.5%, 2D 7.8%

Trace ribbons of light to release the energy in the music as you speed through stylised alien worlds. Battle strange enemies and fight epic boss battles all driven by an incredible licensed soundtrack.

Why similar: Action 55.3%, Indie 44.7%

Ever dreamt of being a space potato? Now’s your chance! Space Gladiators is a 2D hand-drawn roguelite platformer following a bunch of captives fighting their way out of a planet prison. Defeat hordes of aliens in the gladiatorial arenas and earn your freedom!

Why similar: Action 37.2%, Indie 27.1%, 2D Platformer 26.6%, 2D 9.1%

Big Action Mega Fight! is a classic single player beat 'em up/brawler with a modern twist! Hilarious 2D cartoon combat inspired by Streets of Rage, Final Fight, Turtles in Time and Battletoads. Blast your way through levels filled with luscious art and unforgettable enemies. How fast can you SMASH?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 60.1%, Fighting 15.6% ★, Action 11.1%, Indie 8.2%, 2D 5.1%