- #1 Breakers Collection
97% 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 37.1%, Fighting 27.5% ★, PvP 13.6%, Retro 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%
- #2 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
96% 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 39.5%, Fighting 28.3% ★, Retro 10.4%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Action 6.5%
- #3 MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
96% matchVery Positive94% of 2,405 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Beat 'em up 22.4%, Fighting 17% ★, Retro 8.1%, Action 5.3%
- #4 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
95% matchVery Positive88% of 980 reviews2022
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection contains thirteen prior released classic games. This collection is a great place for gamers to experience these popular titles on Steam.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.3%, Beat 'em up 20.7%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Retro 13.3%, PvP 7.3%
- #5 Little Fighter 2 Remastered
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,746 reviews2025
Dev: Little Fighter Co Pty Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Rediscover the classic combat charm of "Little Fighter 2," now with fully upgraded and redrawn graphics, support for local connections up to 8 computers, and every character move more detailed and extravagant, providing an unprecedented combat experience.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.6%, Beat 'em up 30.1%, Cartoony 12.5%, Retro 7.4%, Local Co-Op 5.7%
- #6 Fighties
94% matchVery Positive84% of 259 reviews2015
Dev: Pillow Pig Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Fighties is a fast paced 2D platform fighter. Choose from a wide selection of Fighties each with their own unique play style. Beat down your opponents to become the strongest Fightie of them all.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.3%, Fighting 26.1% ★, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Retro 8.8%, Level Editor 6.5%
- #7 Capcom Fighting Collection
93% 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 48.1%, Fighting 29.4% ★, PvP 9.6%, Action 7.4%, Retro 4.3%
- #8 Fighting Force Collection
91% matchVery Positive79% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: Implicit ConversionsPub: Limited Run Games
Windows
The legendary 3D beat 'em up is back: Fighting Force!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.9%, Local Co-Op 25.7%, Retro 12.3%, Fighting 7.7% ★, Action 7.6%
- #9 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
92% 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 43.5% ★, 2D Fighter 42.7%, Retro 6.9%, Action 4.7%, Local Multiplayer 2.2%
- #10 SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS
91% matchVery Positive87% of 366 reviews2024
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
SNK and CAPCOM legends clash in this star-studded crossover fighting game! The 2003 arcade hit SVC CHAOS is back and better than ever!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 64.1%, Fighting 12.7% ★, PvP 11.2%, Action 10.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #11 Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
89% matchMixed59% of 1,073 reviews2025
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Step into the arena and choose your fighter! Experience the legendary origins of Mortal Kombat with the iconic arcade classics that started it all—alongside a curated selection of most-loved home versions and rare, fan-favorite releases—a celebration of the franchise’s groundbreaking legacy.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 59.1%, PvP 23.1%, Retro 11.4%, Action 6.4%
- #12 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
90% matchVery Positive88% of 1,424 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 73.7%, Retro 13.8%, Action 6.4%, Local Co-Op 6.1%
- #13 Killer Instinct
89% matchVery Positive87% of 5,519 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
Why similar: Fighting 52.9% ★, 2D Fighter 34.3%, Action 5.3%, Local Multiplayer 2.8%, Character Customization 1.9%
- #14 Fraymakers
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,472 reviews2023
Dev: Team Fray
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Fraymakers is the ultimate customizable platform fighting game, featuring a cast of some of indie gaming's biggest icons. Duke it out with up to 4 players and call on assists to help out in the heat of battle. Create and play custom characters, stages, modes, and more for infinite fun!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28%, Fighting 26.6% ★, Beat 'em up 16.2%, Character Customization 9.6%, PvP 9.6%
- #15 MARVEL MaXimum Collection
86% matchMixed64% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Experience one of the most comprehensive gatherings of Marvel’s early gaming legacy. Every major iteration across Arcade and home consoles, this collection is a curated journey through the evolution of the 1990s Marvel Universe in pixels.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50%, Retro 21.1%, Local Co-Op 20.6%, Action 8.3%
- #16 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
87% 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: 2D Fighter 48.9%, Fighting 40.7% ★, Action 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #17 The Legend of Yan Loong 1+2
86% matchMixed63% of 72 reviews2023
Dev: Creetor
Windows
A nostalgic collections of the chapter 1 and 2 of “Yan Loong Legend” series. Pick up your sword again, transform into Yan Loong, Zhi Loong or Shui Yan with your friends to have a battle of light and darkness with the final boss Bai Loong and regain the occupied Green Hill Lake.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.6%, Beat 'em up 30.9%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%, Action 5.1%
- #18 Superfighters Deluxe
85% matchVery Positive89% of 3,466 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.6%, Level Editor 22.8%, Local Co-Op 20.6%, Action 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%
- #19 Fallen City Brawl
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: Fallen City StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Brawl through the city in hard-hitting pixel art style inspired by arcade classics! Inspired by arcade beat ’em ups of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Fallen City Brawl is a story of ambition and revenge told through intense side-scrolling pixel art action.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.7%, Beat 'em up 38.8%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Action 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 3.2%
- #20 Sonny Legacy Collection
82% matchVery Positive91% of 345 reviews2024
Dev: Krin JuangbhanichPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Sonny 1 and Sonny 2 team up in the Sonny Legacy Collection. Traverse a story-rich world where strategy meets supernatural in a quest for identity and survival. Master tactical turn-based combat and discover the truth behind Sonny's resurrection in these classic RPGs.
Why similar: Zombies 55.7%, Character Customization 35.4%, Singleplayer 8.8%
- #21 Rivals of Aether II
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,105 reviews2024
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 78.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 34.9% ★, 2D Fighter 34.3%, PvP 11%, Local Multiplayer 7.1%, 2D Platformer 5.5%
- #22 Contra Anniversary Collection
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,420 reviews2019
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Why similar: Retro 36.6%, Local Co-Op 27.8%, Action 21.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #23 Commando Collection
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,531 reviews2024
Dev: Macrojoy
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A reboot of classic 2D side-scrolling shooters, featuring a new Survival Mode and Workshop system. Fight as a WWII Allied soldier across diverse battlefields with imaginative weapons. Survival Mode brings fresh enemies, epic bosses, and new challenges—relive childhood memories with a twist!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.6%, Cartoony 14.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 8%
- #24 Mayhem Brawler
82% matchVery Positive89% of 839 reviews2021
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 36.9%, Fighting 19.9% ★, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Retro 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 7%
- #25 Bounty Battle
84% matchMostly Negative31% of 62 reviews2020
Dev: Dark Screen Games
Windows
Bounty Battle is the ultimate indie fighting game: a new multiplayer 2D fighter, where you can pit your favourite indie heroes against one another! Indie heroes from games like Guacamelee! and Darkest Dungeon, to Dead Cells, Owlboy & more battle it out in this fighter frenzy.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.1%, Fighting 25.3% ★, Beat 'em up 22.7%, Cartoony 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 5.9%
- #26 Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age
81% matchVery Positive91% of 177 reviews2024
Dev: Maximum EntertainmentPub: Gameplay Group International
Windows
Diesel Legacy is a 2v2 fighting game where four players battle on the same stage at the same time. This unique twist on the traditional fighting game formula adds an entirely new layer of strategy where cooperation will become the key to success.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 56.2%, PvP 20%, Retro 15%, Action 6.1%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #27 Vengeance Hunters
79% matchVery Positive87% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Nalua Studio SLU
Windows
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 27%, 2D Fighter 26.5%, Local Co-Op 16.1%, Retro 11.5%, Cartoony 8.9%
- #28 Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
78% matchVery Positive85% of 178 reviews2025
Dev: Rocket Panda Games JapanPub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
"Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate" is a side-scrolling beat-'em-up with the heart of a fighting game, showcasing nostalgic pixel art and the latest cross-platform online multiplayer. Experience the biggest and most expansive entry in the "Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds" series to date!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.6%, 2D Fighter 26.4%, Local Co-Op 16.2%, Retro 8.1%, PvP 7.9%
- #29 Terrifier: The ARTcade Game
78% matchMixed62% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: RelevoPub: Selecta Play
Windows
Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, a bloody retro fighting beat em up with frenetic action and a lot of fun and references to the Terrifier franchise.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.2%, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Cartoony 10.4%, Retro 8.8%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%
- #30 A Few Quick Matches
76% 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: 2D Fighter 42.1%, Fighting 31.7% ★, PvP 8.9%, Local Co-Op 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%
- #31 Decision Legacy Collection
77% matchVery Positive81% of 167 reviews2025
Dev: FlyAnvilPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
All the games in the classic Decision series bundled together. From the zombie-ravaged streets of the original Decision to the brutal medieval battlegrounds of Decision Medieval, this collection delivers the raw, blood-soaked combat, base building, and survival gameplay that hooked Flash game fans.
Why similar: Zombies 65.9%, Action 25%, Singleplayer 9.1%
- #32 Strike Force Heroes
76% matchVery Positive81% of 4,489 reviews2023
Dev: Sky9 GamesPub: IndieArk
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.
Why similar: Character Customization 35.9%, 2D Platformer 21.7%, Shooter 20.6%, Action 15.9%, Singleplayer 5.8%
- #33 Plunder Panic
77% matchVery Positive84% of 633 reviews2022
Dev: Will Winn Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Chaotic Party Arr-cade Action for up to 12 players! Be the first to plunder all the treasure, sink the enemy ship, or defeat their captain. Featuring local & online play, crossplay, 18 stages, 30+ modify-arrs, and a single-player campaign!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.5%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Retro 13.2%, PvP 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.6%
- #34 Epic Battle Fantasy Collection
75% matchVery Positive96% of 363 reviews2022
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A collection of short and silly games from the early days of the internet. There's turn-based RPGs, shoot-em-ups, platformers, and more - updated with new quality-of-life features. Plus there's a whopping 150 achievements to collect, and a free soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: Retro 33.6%, Cartoony 25.6%, 2D Platformer 23.8%, Action 10.7%, Singleplayer 6.4%
- #35 Arson and Plunder: Unleashed
79% matchMixed47% of 125 reviews2015
Dev: Chainsaw Syndicate
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 55%, Local Co-Op 33%, Action 12%
- #36 Retro Endurance 8bit
73% matchVery Positive100% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: zsKnight
Windows
Created by zsKnight of ZSNES is this really neat retro game collection containing a fun shuffler story mode and a challenging arcade mode. Features 52 different 8bit style games which includes local competitive multiplayer and various different game modes to play and enjoy.
Why similar: Retro 35%, 2D Platformer 24.7%, Fast-Paced 15.6%, Action 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%
- #37 Mighty Fight Federation
75% matchVery Positive82% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: Komi Games Inc.Pub: Forthright Entertainment
Windows
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: Fighting 34.2% ★, Beat 'em up 32.3%, PvP 14.1%, Retro 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 4.8%
- #38 Mega Man X Legacy Collection
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,742 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.
Why similar: Retro 34.8%, Robots 27.4%, Action 26.4%, Shooter 6.3%, Singleplayer 5.1%
- #39 Pocket Bravery
72% matchVery Positive90% of 667 reviews2023
Dev: Statera StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo Pocket' aesthetic for a modern fighting game with a retro twist!
Why similar: Fighting 29.9% ★, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Beat 'em up 17.7%, Retro 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%
- #40 Roof Rage
73% matchVery Positive88% of 692 reviews2019
Dev: Early Melon
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Roof Rage is a Martial Arts Platform Fighter featuring epic rooftop battles. Play with up to 8 players locally or 1vs1 online.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32%, Fighting 30.7% ★, Beat 'em up 15.8%, Retro 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.2%
- #41 River City: Rival Showdown
73% matchMixed53% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, PvP 12.7%, Action 9.3%, Local Co-Op 4.5%
- #42 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
72% matchMixed61% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: Cradle GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
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: 2D Fighter 35.1%, Beat 'em up 31.5%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Cartoony 10.3%, Action 7.6%
- #43 Skyhook
74% matchVery Positive85% of 143 reviews2016
Dev: Megastorm Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Fight with grappling hooks in this party brawler for one to four players. Play as a treasure hunting cat or a land swimming shark as you swing around the stage taking out your opponents.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.8%, Fighting 27.2% ★, Pirates 20.1% ★, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Retro 8.5%
- #44 The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games
69% matchVery Positive98% of 99 reviews2025
Dev: System 3 Software
Windows
A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.8%, Retro 23.4%, Action 10.5%, PvP 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #45 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
70% matchVery Positive86% of 1,532 reviews2023
Dev: Secret BasePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.3%, Local Co-Op 25.8%, Retro 15.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%, Action 4.9%
- #46 Bacon May Die
71% matchVery Positive94% of 898 reviews2021
Dev: SnoutUp
Windows
Chaotic bacon-flavored beat'em up with plenty of enemies to smash around
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.4%, Fighting 22.8% ★, 2D Fighter 19.7%, Character Customization 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%
- #47 Arcade Mayhem Juanito
70% matchVery Positive94% of 362 reviews2017
Dev: Game Ever Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arcade Mayhem Juanito is a retro experience about arcade-hopping. Teleport into different video games, play with unique mechanics inspired by well-known arcade games, face stunningly animated bosses and join the fight against the clonocell invasion.
Why similar: Retro 36.8%, Cartoony 31.6%, Action 25.8%, Singleplayer 5.7%
- #48 Duels of Fortune
68% matchVery Positive95% of 148 reviews2023
Dev: Cosmic Hat Games
Windows
A crazy, explosive fighting game with an expressive combo system and a diverse character roster! Play as superhumans, skeletons, aliens, and even stick figures! Battle dangerous foes, take part in lots of exciting singleplayer modes, throw your opponents into the sun, and so much more!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.4%, Fighting 23.7% ★, PvP 15.2%, Cartoony 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%
- #49 Vanguard Princess
71% matchMixed70% of 2,851 reviews2014
Dev: Tomoaki SugenoPub: eigoMANGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Vanguard Princess is a classic 2D fighting game that features an all-female cast each with its own unique fighting style. Choose from ten girls and pair them with a powerful partner to form an unstoppable team. Navigate their journeys in Story Mode or engage in head-to-head battles in Versus Mode.
Why similar: Fighting 33.1% ★, 2D Fighter 28.2%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, PvP 7.2%, Retro 7.2%
- #50 Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,344 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Complete the exciting Mega Man X saga with four action-packed titles! This collection showcases the evolution of the series with Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X7, and Mega Man X8. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.
Why similar: Retro 38.2%, Action 31.9%, Robots 21.8%, Singleplayer 8.1%
- #51 Arcus Chroma: Classic
66% 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: 2D Fighter 48.3%, Fighting 39.4% ★, PvP 7.3%, Action 5%
- #52 Streets of Fury EX
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 850 reviews2015
Dev: Guard Crush
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Fighting 25.8% ★, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Retro 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8%
- #53 Legacy Of Evil
65% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: Uruca Game StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Join legendary RPG heroes in 'Legacy of Evil,' a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up. Battle the sinister Dravlo Stradinic and his dark forces. Upgrade your heroes and face terrifying bosses. Can you defeat the vampire and save Stygia?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.1%, Retro 23.9%, Zombies 22.2%, Shooter 11.3%, Action 8.6%
- #54 Counterpick Labs
66% matchVery Positive90% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: UrbanMotmot
Windows · Mac · Linux
Counterpick Labs is a free platform fighter where you mix and match gear to build your perfect loadout. Featuring a single player story mode, a roguelike PvP mode where you earn powerful upgrades as you fight, and a classic no-frills PvP mode.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.1%, Fighting 27.9% ★, Character Customization 10.6%, PvP 10.3%, Cartoony 9.4%
- #55 Dynasty Feud
69% 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 38% ★, 2D Fighter 37.7%, Action 15%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%
- #56 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Dominate the dojo in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, a pixel art beat ‘em up adventure. Grab your friends for local co-op multiplayer and dive into the classic The Karate Kid journey with retro-style gameplay, dynamic combat, and epic boss battles.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.9%, Beat 'em up 34.8%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Action 8.7%, Retro 8.7%
- #57 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII GLOBAL MATCH
67% matchMixed52% of 498 reviews2025
Dev: SAFARI GAMESPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Relive the pinnacle of 2D sprite-based fighting! Enhanced for online play! Complete with rollback netcode and overhauled online functionality!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 58.5%, PvP 15.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action 11.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #58 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
66% 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 43.8%, Fighting 30.9% ★, PvP 13.1%, Retro 7.1%, Action 4.2%
- #59 Brawlout
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 810 reviews2018
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!
Why similar: Fighting 50.7% ★, 2D Fighter 42.1%, Action 5.5%, Local Multiplayer 1.7%