- #1 Nidhogg
97% matchVery Positive90% of 7,829 reviews2014
Dev: Messhof
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Nidhogg is the epic award-winning game of fencing tug-of-war complete with flying giant worms.
Why similar: Fighting 23.7% ★, Swordplay 18.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 16.2%, 2D Fighter 14%, Fast-Paced 6.1%
- #2 CLASH! - Battle Arena
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2019
Dev: Mason Butterwick
Windows
Fight your friends in local multiplayer, or hone your skills in the single-player training mode. Create an opening or outmaneuver your opponent to seize victory. And parry incoming attacks with perfect timing!
Why similar: Fighting 29.3% ★, 2D Fighter 23.3%, Action 17.2%, Indie 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%
- #3 决奕Duel
96% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: 逆熵工作室
Windows
A fighting game without fighting mechanism.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.5%, Fighting 30% ★, PvP 10.5%, Action 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%
- #4 Maiden and Spell
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 918 reviews2020
Dev: mino_dev
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Maiden & Spell is a magical girl battle game, set in a cutesy fantasy world. Select from one of eight young ladies to battle 1 on 1 with a friend, or fight your way through a series of bosses and learn the secrets of The Kingdom of Stars.
Why similar: Action 19.2%, Fighting 19.1% ★, Indie 14%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, 2D Fighter 11.5%
- #5 Gender Bender
95% 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: Fighting 33.1% ★, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Local Multiplayer 16.4%, Action 12.4%, Indie 9.2%
- #6 Shovel Knight Showdown
94% matchVery Positive89% of 95 reviews2019
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enter a world of never-ending battle! Duel with up to 4 local challengers and scramble after gems, or take control of your favorite characters, many playable for the first time ever, in Story Mode. Master every move, explore a vast array of items and locales, and discover new revelations.
Why similar: Fighting 25.2% ★, Action 23.5%, Adventure 21.7%, Indie 16.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%
- #7 Pocket Rumble
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 207 reviews2016
Dev: Cardboard Robot GamesPub: Chucklefish Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Pocket Rumble is a streamlined, beginner-friendly 2-button fighting game that retains all the gameplay elements that make traditional 2D fighters great, but reduces the level of execution and memorization necessary to the bare minimum.
Why similar: Fighting 36.6% ★, 2D Fighter 30.1%, Action 14%, Indie 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #8 Floaty Fighters
92% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2019
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows
It's fight or flight! Battle it out in the sky as four unique combatants in this free movement fighting game. It's anyone's game, think on the fly! Play with up to four players locally or online with Steam Remote Play Together!
Why similar: Fighting 30.8% ★, Indie 22.6%, 2D Fighter 20.7%, Local Multiplayer 13.4%, Action 6.5%
- #9 Dashwalk Dueling
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monkii Goes Boarding
Windows · Linux
Dashwalk Dueling is a pixel-perfect fighting game with ninja fast swordplay. Whether you're dueling online, battling dojo traitors, or honing your skills in training, can you keep your feet on the ground and find that deadly blow? Show off your skills, strategy, and style in this platform fighter!
Why similar: Fighting 24.9% ★, 2D Fighter 21.9%, Swordplay 18.6% ★, Fast-Paced 8.9%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%
- #10 Steel Fight
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Morphusion Games
Windows
Steel Fight is a fighting game with simplistic gameplay, unique characters and levels, inspired by thematics of medieval and asian. Choose one of characters. Travel to the world where the steel is the only weapon. Enjoy beautiful stages and face unique opponents.
Why similar: Fighting 36.3% ★, 2D Fighter 26.6%, Action 21.6%, Indie 15.6%
- #11 Nidhogg 2
90% matchVery Positive81% of 1,286 reviews2017
Dev: Messhof
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.
Why similar: Fighting 30.3% ★, Local Multiplayer 19.2%, Swordplay 14.9% ★, 2D Fighter 12%, Action 8.8%
- #12 Super Bout: Champion's Tour
89% 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 32.6%, Fighting 22.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, PvP 9.7%, Action 9%
- #13 Tiny Fight
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mad Deviloper
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tiny Knights is an arcade fighting game in medieval fantasy, with elements of management, trade and pumping up the fighter.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 27%, Fighting 24.4% ★, Action 11%, PvP 7.3%, PvE 6.9%
- #14 Battle High 2 A+
88% matchPositive89% of 45 reviews2017
Dev: Mattrified Games, LLC
Windows
The fast-paced fighting action of the Battle High series comes to Steam! Face-off in the tough halls of San Bruno High for the Elementally Advanced as 14 students (and 1 insidious faculty member) and discover the secret behind the mysterious illness stripping students of their powers!
Why similar: Fighting 41% ★, 2D Fighter 32.6%, Action 15.3%, Indie 11.1%
- #15 Dual Souls: The Last Bearer
86% 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 39.7% ★, 2D Fighter 33.1%, Action 15.8%, Indie 11.4%
- #16 剣撃クロスゾーン
84% 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: Fighting 36.5% ★, 2D Fighter 33%, PvP 11.3%, Action 9.5%, Indie 4.9%
- #17 Block Pooper 9
87% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2018
Dev: Popcannibal
Windows
Ride a high velocity stream of blocky effluence to glory in this local multiplayer brawler.
Why similar: Fighting 27.8% ★, 2D Fighter 24.3%, Local Multiplayer 21%, Action 15.3%, Indie 11.5%
- #18 BreakThrough
85% 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% ★, 2D Fighter 24.6%, Action 23.2%, Indie 11.2%, PvP 10%
- #19 Pray for Death
86% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Light Shock Software s.n.cPub: Interplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle the finest warriors in creation across time and space. Master each warrior's special moves and combos to triumph over the odds and beat Death at his own game.
Why similar: Fighting 35.6% ★, 2D Fighter 28.3%, Action 24.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%
- #20 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 31.7% ★, 2D Fighter 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, PvP 9.2%, Action 7.8%
- #21 Chaotic Void
83% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Resurgam Studios
Windows
Chaotic Void is a wacky local couch brawler game set in zero gravity space with unique physics gameplay, a multitude of crazy weapons, coldly inhospitable environments, and feisty space-themed characters. It’s brutal. It’s fun. It’s chaotic!
Why similar: Fighting 28.2% ★, Action 21.8%, Adventure 21%, Indie 15.7%, Local Multiplayer 13.3%
- #22 Swordmin'z Dream
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: sleeeeeenkyPub: LOVELY SLINKGAMES
Windows
Swordmin'z Dream is a lovely little mini-maximalist fighting game for two-to-four players. Quick matches, high stakes, unique characters and strong parry mechanics. Will you follow your dream?
Why similar: Fighting 31.1% ★, 2D Fighter 26.5%, Swordplay 16.7% ★, PvP 9.4%, Action 7.5%
- #23 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
82% 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 40.8% ★, 2D Fighter 36.6%, Action 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%, Difficult 4.4%
- #24 Topang
82% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Begetter Virtual LLC
Windows
An adventure platforming game that spans 3 separate main characters' introduction stories. A 2-Player combat versus mode is featured containing 15 playable fighters.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.4%, Action 22.4%, Adventure 20.9%, Indie 16.2%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%
- #25 Dextrissimi
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Operarii
Windows
With multiple character archetypes to choose from, beautifully crafted 2D art, and a simplified attack system, Dextrissimi allows beginners to face-off against veteran fighters on an even playing field in a true test of instinct and skill!
Why similar: Fighting 29.2% ★, 2D Fighter 27.7%, Swordplay 21.2% ★, Action 9.5%, Local Multiplayer 9%
- #26 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
79% 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 43.7% ★, 2D Fighter 30.6%, Action 12.9%, PvP 8.4%, 2D 3.3%
- #27 Dynasty Feud
81% matchVery Positive83% of 104 reviews2017
Dev: Kaia Studios
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Dynasty Feud is a competitive, team-based, fast-paced platform brawler for 2-4 players. Play either local or online and show off your skills with 40 characters, one-hit kills, multiple fighting skills and a lot of style.
Why similar: Fighting 28.3% ★, 2D Fighter 21%, Action 20.2%, Indie 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.4%
- #28 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
78% 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% ★, 2D Fighter 30.7%, Action 16%, PvP 7.8%, 2D 3.5%
- #29 モデルDEファイト(Model DE Fight)
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: ASK.
Windows
"Model DE Fight" (MDF) is a classic 2D fighting game. You can play online-fighting with using informal tool. MDF is a game made for beginners.
Why similar: Fighting 45% ★, 2D Fighter 32.5%, Action 22.5%
- #30 DRAGON BALL FighterZ
76% 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 41.8% ★, 2D Fighter 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Fast-Paced 7.9%, Action 6.9%
- #31 Verdict Guilty - 유죄 평결
78% matchVery Positive85% of 768 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 40.6% ★, 2D Fighter 35.9%, Action 11.5%, Indie 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #32 SLAYERS FOR HIRE
77% matchVery Positive89% of 133 reviews2020
Dev: Meta Games
Windows
SLAYERS FOR HIRE® is a free-to-play indie platform fighter with an emphasis on speed, precision, and creative characters. If you want something fresh to play with your friends, look no further. Playable online or locally with 2-16 players.
Why similar: Fighting 30.4% ★, Action 27.5%, 2D Fighter 22.2%, Indie 19.9%
- #33 Hand2Hand
75% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: FlameofChangePub: Fourthborn Studio
Windows
The Hand2Hand project is a fighting game... OF HANDS ! Use everyday object in everyday places out of boredom in epic battles between... yourself.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.9%, Swordplay 20% ★, PvP 11.2%, Action 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%
- #34 Bubble Battle
73% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Ponder Soft
Windows · Linux
Bubble Battle is a retro online/local multiplayer fighting game inspired by arcade classics. Players fly around with one simple objective: burst opponents’ bubbles before they burst yours. Collect powerups and out-maneuver opponents for fast-paced, addictive fun!
Why similar: Fighting 29% ★, 2D Fighter 27%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Action 9.3%, PvP 6.6%
- #35 5 Force Fighters
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kaizen Creed
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 Force Fighters is a 2D fighting game with a cast of unstoppable characters, and a combat system that boasts universal offensive and defensive options. Unravel the story of 5 teens blessed with elemental powers, but cursed with scarred pasts that have led them to a common, but destructive, goal.
Why similar: Fighting 31.5% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Action 8.1%, PvP 5.5%
- #36 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
74% 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: 2D Fighter 36.4%, Fighting 34.4% ★, PvP 11.1%, Action 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #37 THE LAST BLADE 2
76% matchVery Positive92% of 402 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.7 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 41.4% ★, 2D Fighter 31.4%, Action 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%
- #38 Heatwave
70% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: Monochromesoft
Windows
Heatwave is a fast paced 2d fighting game with multiple fighting styles, characters, and assists to choose from, and a visual novel that details the story of those characters, in a distant, post apocalyptic future.
Why similar: Fighting 25.8% ★, 2D Fighter 23.6%, Post-apocalyptic 12.4%, Visual Novel 8.5%, Action 6.7%
- #39 Slice, Dice & Rice
77% 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 39.7% ★, 2D Fighter 27.2%, Action 17.4%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Indie 3.5%
- #40 Encore
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: James Piñeiro
Windows · Mac
Welcome to Encore, the fictional live tv show hosted by Saul the Sun God! It revolves around Saul creating humans to torture with minigames. You'll be playing as that human, congratulations! Sounds fun, right?
Why similar: Fighting 27.5% ★, 2D Fighter 15.4%, Fast-Paced 14%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Swordplay 11.6% ★
- #41 Kra-Ken
74% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2019
Dev: DGTL DojoPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
Fight intense 1-on-1 battles with your friends! Kra-Ken is a 2.5D fighting game that will make you grip your controller ever more tightly as you beat your opponent.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.3%, Fighting 32.8% ★, Action 26.8%
- #42 GUTTERBRAWLERS
72% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: hslentz
Windows
Combo, launch and juggle your enemy in this snappy 2D fighting game featuring online mode with GGPO's rollback netcode.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.1%, Fighting 25.4% ★, Fast-Paced 13.5%, PvP 10.2%, Action 7.3%
- #43 Terra Fighters
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 74BIT
Windows
Rip the ground from under your feet and hurl it at your rivals. Terra Fighters is a chaotic couch multiplayer brawler where the arena is your weapon — throw, smash, and destroy your way to victory across hand-drawn destructible stages and a global cataclysmic story mode.
Why similar: Fighting 29.8% ★, 2D Fighter 22.1%, Fast-Paced 14.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Action 6.5%
- #44 Blacklight
70% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Okaemon
Windows
A combo-oriented fighting game with a simple system. Players who are familiar with fighting games will be able to play right away thanks to its responsiveness and ease of understanding! Fly, run, solidify, and collapse! Supports rollback-style online matches.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.2%, Fighting 17.1% ★, PvP 15.9%, Action 13.3%, Indie 6.7%
- #45 Idol Showdown
67% 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 37.1%, Fighting 29.6% ★, PvP 11.3%, Action 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #46 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
66% 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: Fighting 41.3% ★, 2D Fighter 35.2%, PvP 10.4%, Action 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 2.3%
- #47 SUPER BUTOU HEROES
69% 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: Fighting 46.5% ★, 2D Fighter 40.7%, Action 10.4%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #48 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
73% 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 44.1% ★, 2D Fighter 34.4%, Action 11.8%, Indie 8.8%, 2D 0.9%
- #49 Lethal League
70% matchVery Positive94% of 6,070 reviews2014
Dev: Team Reptile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lethal League is a competitive projectile fighting game where you have to hit an anti-gravity ball into the face of your opponent to win. The ball speeds up with every strike, up to explosively extreme velocities. Play intense local matches with friends and foes, challenge yourself in the singleplayer mode or battle it out online.
Why similar: Fighting 38% ★, 2D Fighter 23.4%, Local Multiplayer 15.4%, Fast-Paced 7.4%, Action 6.1%
- #50 Blades of Gory
71% matchMixed58% of 31 reviews2019
Dev: Fortcullis Games
Windows · Mac
Blades of Gory is an easy to learn, hard to master, ultraviolent, 8 bit styled 2D fighting game. 8 warriors to choose from. 4 game modes. Arcade, versus, sudden death and 3 vs 3 tag team battle.
Why similar: Fighting 26.8% ★, 2D Fighter 18.7%, Swordplay 15.6% ★, Action 14.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%
- #51 Ultimate Fighters
68% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2022
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
2D Fighting game
Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.7%, Action 28.1%, Fighting 22.9% ★, Pixel Graphics 4.3%
- #52 GLADIUM
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 reviews2021
Dev: Eirik Wiklund
Windows
Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.
Why similar: Unforgiving 27.2% ★, Fighting 21.8% ★, Fast-Paced 15.1%, 2D Fighter 14.3%, Difficult 8.1%
- #53 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
67% 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 39% ★, 2D Fighter 28.7%, Action 22.1%, PvP 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 3.1%
- #54 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
71% 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 42.7% ★, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Action 9.8%, Difficult 3.6%
- #55 Samurai GUNN
69% matchVery Positive92% of 463 reviews2013
Dev: Beau BlythPub: SCRAMBLER
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Samurai GUNN is a lightning-fast Bushido brawler for 2 to 4 players. Each samurai is armed with a sword and gunn, with only 3 bullets to a life. Strategy and quick reflexes are the key to deflecting bullets and sending your opponents’ heads rolling.
Why similar: Fighting 26.7% ★, 2D Fighter 21.6%, Swordplay 16.4% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, PvP 7.7%
- #56 Shield Strike
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Statera Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shield Strike is a competitive game where players use shields as projectiles, in addition to the unique abilities of each of the 8 characters. Made for up to 4 players, VS or Coop, and with a challenging journey in story mode.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.8%, Fast-Paced 17.3%, Fighting 15.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, PvP 9.1%
- #57 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
65% 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 38.1%, Fighting 35.8% ★, Action 10.8%, Story Rich 4.8%, Visual Novel 4.6%
- #58 A Few Quick Matches
61% matchVery Positive85% of 2,523 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 53%
A FEW QUICK MATCHES is a fast-paced, 1-4 player platform fighter that lets you bring old-school stick battles to life! play with your friends locally, or challenge players online in this flash-inspired spectacle!
Why similar: Fighting 31.3% ★, 2D Fighter 31.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Indie 7.7%, Action 7.3%
- #59 Mini GUNN
64% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: sirmilkmanPub: SCRAMBLER
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fan-made, fun-sized version of Samurai GUNN 2
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.4%, Local Multiplayer 16.4%, Swordplay 16.1% ★, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #60 skelets
68% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
skelets is a local multiplayer skeleton brawler: fight skeletons and plunder gems!
Why similar: Fighting 35.1% ★, 2D Fighter 25.8%, Action 15.2%, PvP 6.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%