Games Like Big Helmet Heroes

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Co-op 15%, Funny 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive cartoony co-op beat-em-up that perfectly mirrors the funny, knight-themed adventure of the seed game.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.6%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Arcade 7.5%, Cartoon 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional modern side-scrolling brawler that captures the vibrant, arcade-style energy and cooperative chaos of the genre.

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 80.5%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a stylized, colorful aesthetic and tight beat-em-up mechanics that feel right at home with the seed game's vibe.

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 52.9%, Local Co-Op 13%, Side Scroller 11%, Arcade 7.5%, Co-op 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern beat-em-ups, offering fluid combat and excellent co-op play that fans of the genre will love.

• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players

Why similar: Co-op 32.3%, Beat 'em up 24.6%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same brand of over-the-top, funny, and chaotic co-op action with a distinct, cartoon-inspired art style.

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Co-op 23.8%, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Hack and Slash 6.4%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a lighthearted, fantasy-themed beat-em-up experience with roguelite elements that keep the gameplay fresh.

Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.5%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Co-op 16%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Funny 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, colorful beat-em-up that feels like a Saturday morning cartoon come to life.

Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.6%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Co-op 12.1%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Action 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the humorous, arcade-style charm and cooperative brawling intensity that makes the seed game so engaging.

LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Co-op 17.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful, hand-drawn art and cooperative platforming-brawler gameplay that feels very similar to the seed game.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.3%, Co-op 26%, Local Co-Op 25.9%, Action 5.7%, Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, co-op focused action game that emphasizes teamwork and unique character abilities in a brawler format.

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 24.3%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Co-op 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Cartoony 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines platforming with satisfying beat-em-up combat in a colorful, humorous world that feels very similar in tone.

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 32.6%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Co-op 17.8%, Side Scroller 16%, Cartoon 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Blends beat-em-up combat with RPG elements and a charming, stylized art direction that matches the seed game's personality.

Asterix & Obelix, return in a new adventure full of slaps! Play as Asterix and Obelix and cross the most iconic landscapes of the saga while facing a host of enemies, in a Beat Them Up filled with action ... and slaps!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.2%, Local Co-Op 22.5%, Co-op 12%, Action 5.9%, Arcade 5%

Why You'll Like It: Perfectly matches the cartoony, lighthearted vibe of a classic side-scrolling brawler with its comic-book aesthetic.

"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.4%, Beat 'em up 28.6%, Co-op 13.9%, Funny 8.6%, Cartoon 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a fun, multiplayer-focused dungeon-crawling experience with satisfying beat-em-up combat mechanics.

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.5%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Side Scroller 21.3%, PvE 10.3%, Family Friendly 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fantasy-themed, side-scrolling combat that mirrors the knight-focused adventure of the seed game.

Grab your trusty sword, strap on a fearsome helmet, and plunge into the chaotic fray of Viking Squad! In this three player co-op brawler you must put a stop to the wildly mischievous Loki and reopen the gates to Valhalla. Find a friend for local co-op couch play or find a match online!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.1%, Local Co-Op 28.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Action 8.2%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, co-op focused beat-em-up with a unique art style and satisfying, rhythmic combat.

The cataclysmic battle between giant monsters has begun in this manga-inspired, side-scrolling, kaiju beat-'em-up!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Co-op 14.1%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Arcade 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a larger-than-life brawling experience with a distinct, comic-book-inspired aesthetic and cooperative play.

A fantasy beat-em-up that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.5%, Local Co-Op 21.3%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Arcade 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, fantasy-themed beat-em-up that emphasizes local co-op fun and simple, satisfying combat.

Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.3%, Hack and Slash 26.4%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Co-op 8.8%, PvE 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, fantasy-themed beat-em-up that rewards cooperative play and exploration in a fun, accessible way.

Join forces with Nika, MechaNika, Agatha and the Great Bleeding Pig in this peculiar and crazy mission of destruction of everything that isn't cool.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Co-op 14%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Funny 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, action-packed adventure that features unique characters and arcade-style brawling mechanics.

Jump back in time and free your inner caveman. Smash heads in this local cooperative platformer game. Play solo or team up with up to 4 players. Inspired by games like New Super Mario, Joe & Mac, Metal Slug and Trine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.4%, Local Co-Op 20.4%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Co-op 13.1%, Arcade 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, co-op-focused platformer-brawler with a quirky, prehistoric theme that encourages teamwork.

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 31.3%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Local Co-Op 18%, Co-op 14.5%, Arcade 10%

Why You'll Like It: A modern urban fantasy beat-em-up that captures the classic arcade feel with a fresh, polished coat of paint.

Play as the daemon-hunter Baron Dashforth in a side-scrolling co-op brawler set entirely on the grand spectacle of a theatre stage that rewards performance over pummeling. Perform shattering takedowns and reversals!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.7%, Local Co-Op 29.3%, Co-op 9.3%, Side Scroller 6.3%, Action 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, theater-themed beat-em-up that emphasizes flair, humor, and cooperative action.

A magic world, epic heroes, bright graphics, excellent humor and absorbing gameplay – “Three Heroes”!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 30%, Funny 15.8%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Cartoony 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, fantasy-themed hack-and-slash that shares the humorous tone and cooperative spirit of the seed game.

Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.7%, Co-op 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Funny 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, funny, and vibrant action game that emphasizes cooperative chaos and arcade-style progression.

A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Co-op 16.3%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Arcade 10.9%

Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Local Co-Op 24.5%, Co-op 12.5%, Hack and Slash 10.6%, Side Scroller 9.6%

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.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.3%, Local Co-Op 19.7%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Co-op 14%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, martial-arts-focused beat-em-up that emphasizes fluid combat and cooperative progression.

Conan Chop Chop is a party roguelite for 1-4 players full of mayhem, loot, and adventure. In this outrageous take on Conan the Barbarian, you are the muscle-bound hero foolish enough to try and stop the evil wizard Thoth-Amon!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.7%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Cartoony 13.6%, Funny 11.5%, Arcade 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cartoony, roguelite-infused adventure that focuses on chaotic co-op combat and lighthearted exploration.

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 41.6%, Local Co-Op 26.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, highly-regarded beat-em-up that rewards skill and coordination in co-op settings.

Coffee Crisis is an neo-rogue brawler that puts you in the shoes of the only baristas on Earth with enough heavy metal in their veins to fend off an alien assault. Play solo or join up with a friend to fight across eight locations ranging from your Coffee House HQ to the far reaches of outer space.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.8%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Co-op 13%, Hack and Slash 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, retro-inspired beat-em-up that leans into humor and arcade-style action with a unique premise.

Vengeance Hunters is an adrenaline fueled Neo-Geo hardware developed beat’em’up that lets you and a friend in local co-op fight mutants, zombies, punks, gangsters, lab techs with bombs (you read that correctly), suited mystery men, cyborgs and more across multiple stages, sublevels and secret areas.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.2%, Local Co-Op 22.6%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Cartoony 7.8%

The world has been thrown into chaos, and it's up to you and your friends to battle the corrupted beasts of the Rotwood. Upgrade your gear, choose your preferred weapon, and hone your skills to defend your safe haven.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.3%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Local Co-Op 17.9%, Co-op 13.4%, PvE 8.7%

Set off on an exciting adventure and immerse yourself in the world of Asterix! Alone or in co-op, explore the lands of the Roman empire and unravel the mystery of the Crystal Menhir and its incredible powers!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Co-op 18.9%, Cartoony 10.7%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Family Friendly 7.9%

Bake ‘n Switch is a cute, yet tough couch co-op and PvP party game for 1-4 players. Embark on a 'Bun Solo' single-player adventure or team up with other Bakers to catch, throw, and bake a'dough'rable living bread creatures!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25%, Local Co-Op 21.5%, Co-op 14.8%, Funny 8.4%, Arcade 8.1%

Bish Bash Bots is a unique mix of casual tower defense strategy and all-out brawling action. Team up in couch co-op / online play or go it alone and fight to save the world by building upgradable turrets, unlocking gadgets and bashing bots with giant hammers.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.7%, Local Co-Op 21.1%, Co-op 19.6%, Cartoony 11.1%, Family Friendly 9.8%

Biped is a coop action adventure game with a strong focus on moment-to-moment collaboration between 2 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.8%, Co-op 18.8%, PvE 12.3%, Cartoony 12.1%, Funny 11.5%

A quirky, absolutely content-packed, destructible open-world sandbox adventure with combat, platforming, character customization, and collect-a-thon scavenger hunt experience. Play solo, 2-player split screen, or online co-op for up to 4 players. No paid cosmetic DLC nonsense.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.6%, Co-op 27.1%, Funny 13%, Family Friendly 11%, Action 4.7%

Webventure is a enchanting two-player co-op game. Join cute spiders on an extraordinary journey. Collaborate, spin webs, and overcome challenges together. Unleash creativity, build a strong bond.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.7%, Co-op 20.7%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Family Friendly 8%

Jump, Dash, Slide! Dive into a classic 3D platformer experience with Boti: Byteland Overclocked. Explore the stylized insides of a computer as a determined data robot and save Byteland from an ominous threat. Play solo or team up with a friend in seamless co-op.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.3%, Co-op 35.2%, Family Friendly 14%, Action 6.5%, Adventure 5.4%

Break through ceilings, rescue princesses and escape boiling lava as you slash your way to the top of the Knightmare Tower!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.3%, Side Scroller 19.2%, PvE 9.9%, Arcade 9.9%, Funny 9.7%

Asterix & Obelix – Slap them all! 2 is a Beat’em Up with an original story. Explore different places such as forest ruins, a vast Roman camp and even Lutèce. Encounters and fights punctuate the storyline. This dynamic game invites you to come on an adventure — with a generous distribution of slaps!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.2%, Local Co-Op 28.2%, Cartoony 12%, Arcade 7.9%, Funny 6.8%

Storybook characters discover a three-dimensional world outside the pages of their book and must jump between 2D & 3D realms to save their friends in this charming action-adventure.

Why similar: Cartoony 35.4%, Family Friendly 25.5%, Adventure 23.9%, 3D 11.3%, Singleplayer 4%

Bass Monkey is a free Hack and Slash arcade game. Up to 4 friends can compete (or co-operate!) in this short, low-stress, musical platformer. Collect bananas, smack away hamsters, and try to get on the high score leaderboards as you battle through a 5 song EP.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.2%, Hack and Slash 19.1%, Co-op 15.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Family Friendly 8.9%

Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill

Why similar: Beat 'em up 51.5%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Arcade 10.5%, Co-op 10.1%, Action 4.3%

Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through 4 player local co-op

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.6%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Arcade 10.8%, Co-op 9.3%

It’s Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, the chaotic rhythm adventure! A puzzling co-op mashup unlike anything you've ever heard. Solo, or with a band of up to three friends … … Can you conquer the castle?

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.1%, Co-op 26%, Funny 15.7%, Arcade 14.4%, Adventure 5.4%

Explore the Trollhunters universe and save the world as Jim Lake Jr. in this action-packed game!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.4%, Co-op 21.7%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Arcade 8.1%, Action 6.7%

In To Be Headed Or Not To Be, you and a friend will have to use your heads, both figuratively and literally, to solve enigmas and challenges in order to escape the mansion.

Why similar: Co-op 36.6%, Family Friendly 16.7%, Cartoon 16.3%, Linear 15.8%, Adventure 8.4%

A cooperative (maybe sabotaging) platformer that blends action-jumping and physics simulation. You can challenge solo or team up with a friend locally or remotely in two-player mode to unlock even more unexpected ways to play. Healing balloons and time-race to unlock more subsequent levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.2%, Co-op 32.7%, Funny 21.1%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 2.8%

Dodge, jump, and dash your way through hundreds of terrifying geometric levels and epic bosses. Too tough? Bring your friends!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.6%, Co-op 25.3%, Arcade 16.6%, Family Friendly 14.6%, Action 4.8%

Grab your best bud for help in this new co-op challenge to help two adorable penguins, Bread and Fred, reach the top of the snowy summit. Time your jumps, cling to walls and swing across gaps to see how far you can make it before you tumble all the way back down the mountain.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.3%, Co-op 31.2%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Funny 9.6%, Family Friendly 9.1%

Embark on an epic, hand-animated, ‘ratoidvania’ adventure, where your crew has been turned into rats by a pirate witch! Explore a rich non-linear world, enjoy fun action platforming, face challenging bosses, and unlock unique abilities - either alone or in local co-op!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.1%, Hack and Slash 20.6%, Co-op 19.7%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Family Friendly 9.1%

Saddle up for a bike-riding, frisbee-throwing, goose-petting, friendship-building, treasure-hunting, story-driven adventure for 1 or 2 players!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 51.4%, Co-op 32.6%, Adventure 7.2%, Action 6.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

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: Beat 'em up 24.5%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Co-op 17.9%, Hack and Slash 17.1%, PvE 10.3%

BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53%, Co-op 17.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Local Co-Op 8.6%, Arcade 7.8%

Punch your friends for free! Battle solo or squad up in clumsy chaos across an ever-changing slate of game modes with up to 20 players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32%, Co-op 23.4%, Arcade 10.1%, Funny 9.8%, Cartoony 7.3%