- #1 DANDAN Z
97% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Pick your fighter, then strap in for an action packed nostalgia trip beat-down in this fast-paced 2D retro fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 28.8% ★, 2D Fighter 24.8%, Martial Arts 13.7% ★, 1980s 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #2 Savage Warriors
96% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Atreid ConceptPub: SNEG
Windows
This classic fighting game offers intense martial arts battles with a diverse cast of characters, each boasting unique fighting styles. Players engage in thrilling one-on-one combat, showcasing their skills and mastering various martial arts techniques in this nostalgic gem from the mid-'90s.
Why similar: Fighting 35.5% ★, 2D Fighter 26.3%, 1990's 6.8%, Martial Arts 6.3% ★, Cartoony 5.8%
- #3 Idol Showdown
96% 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%, Fighting 27.9% ★, Anime 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Arcade 5.7%
- #4 Capcom Fighting Collection
95% matchVery Positive91% of 996 reviews2022
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Ten of Capcom's most popular arcade games in one bumper collection! A wide variety of titles are included from series such as Street Fighter and Darkstalkers, Cyberbots, and the first home console port of Red Earth! And of course, all titles support online play!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.3%, Fighting 28.9% ★, 1990's 8.6%, Arcade 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #5 Generic Fighter Maybe
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Astrobard Games
Windows
A classic arcade-style 2D Fighting Game, wrapped up in a goofy, full-of-energy, stylized presentation that mixes great animation and zany battle moves with simplistic doodles!
Why similar: Fighting 32% ★, 2D Fighter 25.1%, Martial Arts 12.8% ★, Cartoony 8.2%, Hand-drawn 5.7%
- #6 FIGHTING EX LAYER
94% 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 54.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.2%, Action 5.1%, Anime 5%, Arcade 4.6%
- #7 THE LAST BLADE
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 235 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 35%
“THE LAST BLADE”, the first entry in the legendary 2D weapons-based fighting game series from SNK set during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate, returns for another joust! Sharpen your blade, and be ready for some of the most epic battles on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 47.1% ★, 2D Fighter 33.9%, Arcade 6.2%, Anime 5.6%, Action 5.3%
- #8 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
92% 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 47.7% ★, 2D Fighter 31.7%, Arcade 6.3%, Anime 4.9%, Action 4.1%
- #9 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
91% 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 43.1% ★, 2D Fighter 33.1%, Anime 11.9%, Action 8.4%, Arcade 3.5%
- #10 Ascendance Fighters
91% 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 33.4% ★, 2D Fighter 26.7%, Comic Book 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Horror 8.4%
- #11 THE LAST BLADE 2
90% 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 43.5% ★, 2D Fighter 34.8%, Action 9%, Arcade 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #12 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
89% matchVery Positive91% of 3,003 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
After “KOF '98”, often praised by the fans as the best installment in the “KOF” series, and “KOF ’98 UM” 10 years later, “KOF ’98” returns now on the Steam PC gaming platform in an ultimate and final version with THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
Why similar: Fighting 56% ★, 2D Fighter 25.1%, Arcade 7.5%, Action 2.4%, Multiplayer 2.4%
- #13 BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
89% 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 55.7% ★, 2D Fighter 26.6%, Anime 11.5%, Arcade 3.5%, 2D 1.4%
- #14 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
88% 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 46.5% ★, 2D Fighter 34.4%, Anime 7.8%, Action 5.1%, Multiplayer 3.2%
- #15 Strip Fighter ZERO
87% matchMixed67% of 30 reviews2023
Dev: StudioSPub: Eroge Japan
Windows
The bawdy spoof filled origin game of the "Strip Fighter" series of 90's style 2D fighting games finally hits the scene! An underground fighting tournament filled with deadly fighters and martial artists. Their fierce battle for supremacy is about to unfold!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.2%, Comic Book 15.1%, Fighting 12.6% ★, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Anime 8.3%
- #16 Koihime Enbu
86% 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: Fighting 41.3% ★, 2D Fighter 38.8%, Anime 12%, Action 5.6%, Arcade 2.3%
- #17 Shattered
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team18k
Windows
A shattering revival of '90s fighting games set in a sci-fi/fantasy world inspired by European comics.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.3%, Comic Book 17.5%, Fighting 16.4% ★, 1990's 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #18 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,031 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 55.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
“GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES”, the latest entry in the legendary "FATAL FURY" Series which still continues to fascinate players around the world to this day, returns for a new fight on Steam!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 42.7%, Fighting 40.5% ★, Arcade 7.8%, Action 4.7%, Anime 4.4%
- #19 Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
84% 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 33.2%, Hand-drawn 19%, Fighting 16.4% ★, Martial Arts 13.8% ★, Anime 8.5%
- #20 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
84% matchVery Positive82% of 4,172 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!
Why similar: Fighting 58.5% ★, 2D Fighter 23.6%, Arcade 6.4%, Anime 5.4%, Multiplayer 3.3%
- #21 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
83% 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 48.2% ★, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Anime 10.7%, Arcade 3.5%, Action 2.8%
- #22 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
82% 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 40.6%, Fighting 36.3% ★, Arcade 6.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%, Action 3.3%
- #23 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
82% 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: Fighting 41.9% ★, 2D Fighter 37.6%, Anime 10.4%, Arcade 4.7%, Action 4.4%
- #24 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
80% 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 39.9%, Fighting 20.7% ★, Comic Book 9.3%, Anime 8.3%, Arcade 6.4%
- #25 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
81% 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: Fighting 42.9% ★, 2D Fighter 38.3%, Anime 12.4%, Action 3%, Arcade 2.4%
- #26 Baki Hanma: Blood Arena
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 121 reviews2025
Dev: Purple Tree S R LPub: Purple Play LLC
Windows
Step into the shoes of Baki Hanma in this action-packed 2D anime game. With explosive special moves and original music, fight your way to become the god of combat in the ultimate test of strength.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.1%, Martial Arts 11.6% ★, 1980s 10.6%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Anime 8.2%
- #27 Breakers Collection
79% matchVery Positive92% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Breakers Collection features both of the original games (Breakers and Breakers Revenge) and a brand new content for the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games, that was released in 1996 for the Neogeo and Arcades.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.1%, Fighting 27.4% ★, 1990's 8.8%, Anime 7.1%, Arcade 6.4%
- #28 Dextrissimi
78% 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: 2D Fighter 32.1%, Fighting 32% ★, Martial Arts 20.9% ★, Hand-drawn 10%, Action 3.8%
- #29 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
77% 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 41.4%, Fighting 36.9% ★, Anime 9%, Multiplayer 4.5%, Action 4.1%
- #30 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
77% 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 45% ★, 2D Fighter 42.6%, Anime 7.3%, Action 5%
- #31 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
78% 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 46.8% ★, 2D Fighter 38.6%, Anime 9.2%, Action 4.6%, 2D 0.8%
- #32 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
76% matchVery Positive81% of 1,583 reviews2018
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 45%
KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!
Why similar: Fighting 45.4% ★, 2D Fighter 39.5%, Action 6.9%, Arcade 4.7%, Multiplayer 3.4%
- #33 WKSP Rumble
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 138 reviews2020
Dev: Nukearts Studio
Windows · Mac
WKSP Rumble is the first corporate fighting game. Play with 100+ real employees of a real ad agency and get to know more about the advertising world in a pixel art journey full of ass kicking.
Why similar: Fighting 33.1% ★, 2D Fighter 29.9%, Martial Arts 19.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Old School 3.8%
- #34 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
75% 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: Fighting 41.9% ★, 2D Fighter 39.7%, Anime 10.7%, Action 3.4%, Multiplayer 2%
- #35 Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow
75% matchVery Positive86% of 722 reviews2015
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow is a fighting game that mixes elements of RPG, simulation and arcade, in an explosive combination to relieve the Beat'em up genre!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.4%, Fighting 30.3% ★, Martial Arts 19.2% ★, 1980s 12.1%, Action 3%
- #36 Arcus Chroma: Classic
73% 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: Fighting 39.3% ★, 2D Fighter 38%, Anime 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%, Multiplayer 3.3%
- #37 Stardust Rain
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EX Beat
Windows
Enter the world of Stardust Rain!
Why similar: Fighting 38.6% ★, 2D Fighter 30%, Comic Book 18.9%, Anime 8.4%, Action 2.3%
- #38 Payback Time
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SVA
Windows
Payback Time pays homage to retro side-scrolling beat 'em ups, with its old-school graphics and music. A dangerous and powerful crime syndicate has taken over the city and the citizens need your help.
Why similar: Fighting 36% ★, 2D Fighter 22.6%, Martial Arts 7.2% ★, 1980s 6.9%, Action 6%
- #39 Rage of the Dragons NEO
72% 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: Fighting 30.6% ★, 2D Fighter 29.1%, Anime 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Arcade 6.2%
- #40 BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
73% 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 43.6% ★, 2D Fighter 34%, Anime 13.1%, Arcade 3%, Action 2.9%
- #41 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
73% 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 41.8% ★, 2D Fighter 36.8%, Anime 12.1%, Arcade 3.3%, Action 3.1%
- #42 HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×IMPACT
71% matchMixed65% of 235 reviews2025
Dev: Bushiroad GamesPub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
"HUNTER x HUNTER"'s first full-fledged fighting game is now available with 3v3 Nen ability team battles! Aim for victory with your own strongest team!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 41%, Comic Book 21.1%, Fighting 19.3% ★, Action 7.1%, Multiplayer 6%
- #43 ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3
72% matchVery Positive92% of 7,467 reviews2017
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD.Pub: CAPCOM U.S.A., INC.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Marvel and Capcom join forces to deliver the most frenetic 3 vs 3 tag battles ever with Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3. This release comes fully loaded, including all previous DLC, Marvel VS. Capcom : Official Complete Works.
Why similar: Fighting 48.2% ★, 2D Fighter 28%, Comic Book 13%, Arcade 4%, Multiplayer 3.9%
- #44 ROBO OH
71% matchVery Positive100% of 66 reviews2020
Dev: Foxy Boxy Games
Windows
FC-style robots fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 30.7% ★, 2D Fighter 23.8%, 1980s 12%, 1990's 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #45 Rawyokan
70% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: rykdev
Windows
One button fighting game inspired by the classics.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.6%, Martial Arts 27.4% ★, 1980s 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Arcade 6.3%
- #46 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,342 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this collection of 12 Street Fighter games, four groundbreaking titles let you hop online and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode or play with friends.
Why similar: Fighting 46.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.8%, Arcade 5.8%, Multiplayer 3.9%, Action 3.3%
- #47 The Rumble Fish 2
70% matchMixed50% of 58 reviews2022
Dev: 株式会社3goo
Windows
A legendary arcade game developed by Dimps in 2005. This fighting game gained popularity for its smooth visuals powered by S.M.A as well as the high level of strategy driven by its 2-gauge system. And with the addition of new current-gen features it's even easier to play.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32%, Fighting 31.8% ★, Anime 7.9%, Arcade 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #48 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
67% matchVery Positive87% of 951 reviews2025
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Capcom's new fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34%, Fighting 30.9% ★, 1990's 9.9%, Arcade 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #49 Guilty Gear X2 #Reload
70% matchVery Positive87% of 897 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As humanity endeavored to better themselves, they created the biological marvel known as Gears. Originally intended as the next step of human evolution, they were instead fitted for war and turned against their own creators.
Why similar: Fighting 49.2% ★, 2D Fighter 33.6%, Anime 9.2%, Arcade 3.5%, Action 3.3%
- #50 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
67% 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 43.8% ★, 2D Fighter 39.4%, Multiplayer 4.8%, Anime 4.7%, Action 3.8%
- #51 GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
69% 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 51.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.6%, Anime 10.8%, Arcade 4%, Multiplayer 2.8%
- #52 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 42.3% ★, 2D Fighter 37%, Action 10.5%, Anime 10.3%
- #53 Dual Souls: The Last Bearer
68% 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 46.4% ★, 2D Fighter 40.9%, Action 6.8%, Anime 5.9%
- #54 SUPER BUTOU HEROES
68% 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 49.8% ★, 2D Fighter 46%, Action 4.1%
- #55 Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
68% 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 49.5% ★, 2D Fighter 38.6%, Anime 4.5%, Multiplayer 4.1%, Action 3.3%
- #56 Verdict Guilty - 유죄 평결
69% 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 45% ★, 2D Fighter 41.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Action 4.7%, Retro 3%
- #57 SkullStars: Supernova
67% 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 46.7% ★, 2D Fighter 36.1%, Anime 10.5%, Action 3.3%, Multiplayer 2.1%
- #58 GUTTERBRAWLERS
67% 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 34.4%, Fighting 27.5% ★, 1990's 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Arcade 7.4%
- #59 5 Force Fighters
66% 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 34.6% ★, 2D Fighter 31.9%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Anime 9%, Multiplayer 4.7%