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Games Like Contract Killer

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, 2D Fighter, Beat 'em up, Side Scroller.

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Contract Killer is a 2.5D co-op beat ‘em up starring a diverse cast of angry writing utensils. Punch, snap, and clap your way through baddies and bosses in a comical campaign, clash against your friends, or survive endless swarms of corporate goons!

Reviews: Positive — 88% — of 25 reviews
Released: 2022-05-19
Developer: Paperboy Games‎
Publisher: Sumerian Games
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Stanli LLC
    Windows

    A short, arcade-style throw back to the beat 'em ups of the early 90's. Use the money you beat out of wealthy criminals to charge your power attacks while attempting to find the mastermind behind the criminal racket taking over your city.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.6%, Beat 'em up 23.5%, 2.5D 14.1%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Cartoony 7.7%

  2. #2 Froggy: Jelly Punch
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CoJIRpa
    Windows

    A 2.5D beat ’em up where a brave frog battles strange living junk from the city dump to rescue his beloved. Fast, colorful, and a little bit ridiculous – a fight for love, honor, and the peace of his swamp.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 23%, Beat 'em up 22.1%, 2.5D 15.6%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Cartoony 7.4%

  3. #3 Die for Valhalla!
    96% matchMostly Positive74% of 140 reviews2018
    Dev: Monster Couch
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    In the land of Vikings a monstrous portal has opened. The Great Old One is plotting to take over the world. Chaos spreads far and wide... and the party's just getting started! Novice Valkyries along with their new mysterious friend set out to save the world. What could possibly go wrong?

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.3%, 4 Player Local 17.5%, 2D Fighter 13.8%, 2.5D 12.5%, Hack and Slash 9.5%

  4. #4 Forty Foes
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ash JacksonPub: Monster Robot Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Pugilists prepare, The battle is about to begin...Forty Foes is a side-scrolling action adventure Beat 'em up in the style of classics like Double Dragon Battle Toads and Turtles in Time.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.1%, 2D Fighter 19.1%, 4 Player Local 17.3%, 2.5D 11.6%, Cartoony 8.2%

  5. #5 Caveman Warriors
    94% matchMostly Positive78% of 81 reviews2017
    Dev: JanduSoft
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 25%, 4 Player Local 23.1%, 2D Fighter 17.8%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Side Scroller 8%

  6. #6 Stone Protectors
    94% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2022
    Dev: EurocomPub: Piko Interactive LLC
    Windows

    SLAM INTO THE STONE ZONE FOR A WILD BATTLE OF THE BANDS. IT'S YOU AND THE REST OF THE STONE PROTECTORS AGAINST EVIL ZOK AND HIS WHOLE SUCKY GROUP. YOU GET TO PLAY CLIFFORD, CORNELIUS, CHESTER, MAXWELL, OR ANGUS. MAKE SPECIAL MOVES AND ATTACKS IN SCROLLING 16 MEG.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 23.2%, Beat 'em up 22.3%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Cartoony 8.5%, Old School 7.7%

  7. #7 Tough Law
    93% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2022
    Dev: Cledson Lopes Marta de OliveiraPub: Cledman Games
    Windows

    A beat ‘em up adventure with paperboard style characters in which you can punch a lot and feel your adrenaline soar with so much action and rock and roll!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.7%, 2D Fighter 20%, 2.5D 13.8%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Hack and Slash 10%

  8. #8 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
    92% 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: Beat 'em up 27.5%, 2D Fighter 26.7%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Arcade 8.9%, Cartoony 7.8%

  9. #9 Radiant: Guardians of Light
    91% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: CHORRUS GAMES
    Windows · Mac

    Ready to smash, cast, and craft your way through a stunning fantasy world? Dive into Radiant: Guardians of Light—an action-packed RPG where you can play solo or team up with a friend. Explore Helia, face powerful enemies, and gear up for epic battles together!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.5%, 2D Fighter 19.4%, 4 Player Local 16.3%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Hack and Slash 7.7%

  10. #10 RUMBLE DRAGON
    91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Hit the streets and pummel baddies in this classic handheld game inspired Beat 'Em Up! Fight solo or double up with a friend for local co-op!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, 2.5D 14.3%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Old School 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.6%

  11. #11 YOU ARE SUPER MEGA LEGEND PHOENIX
    90% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: HellAssociation
    Windows

    YOU ARE THE SUPER MEGA LEGEND PHOENIX is a quick 11-second game you play with your keyboard. Attack and defeat the incoming enemies by pressing the highlighted keys. Defeat all 10 levels of enemies to win!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, 2D Fighter 28%, Hack and Slash 16%, Funny 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

  12. #12 Dive Bar Superstars
    89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: DZ WorldWide Pty Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    Play as members of the real life rock band DZ DEATHRAYS as you work your way up from backyard parties to the main stage while bringing in the cheers and dodging the flying beers! Its an original twist on a classic 2d pixel art based beat-em-up that will have you head banging all the way to the top.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, 2D Fighter 26.3%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Old School 8.5%, Arcade 8%

  13. #13 Spanish Rage
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Videojuegos FermínPub: Erbe Software
    Windows

    Spanish Rage is a beat'em up that fuses the frenetic action of the arcade rooms with an aesthetic and a narrative never before exploited in the history of video games: the Quinqui cinema.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.2%, Beat 'em up 30%, Side Scroller 13%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 7.4%

  14. #14 Boomer Brawler
    88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: FzzyBzzy
    Windows

    A 2D fighting game where you play as old people! Compete to get your wish granted!!! 6 playable characters! 6 wishes to be granted! Simple button mashing controls!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.8%, 2D Fighter 22.8%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Capitalism 10%, Cartoony 7.9%

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    87% 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.

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    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Limited Run Games
    Windows

    Take control of He-Man, Man-At-Arms, and Teela in a fast-paced, magic-brawler that blends the crunch of arcade classics with the high-fantasy action of the animated series.

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    86% matchVery Positive90% of 278 reviews2023
    Dev: Trinity TeamPub: Buddy Productions GmbH
    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    84% 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 27%, Beat 'em up 25.4%, 4 Player Local 10.2%, Cartoony 9.2%, Old School 8.7%

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    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: kongo555
    Windows

    Take part in brawling basketball matches. While punching your opponents is always a fun idea, to win you need to score points by dunking, shooting or using your special FURY ultimates. Engage in local and online, solo or co-op street basketball games. Let the match begin!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.3%, 2D Fighter 23.2%, 4 Player Local 18.9%, Team-Based 8.6%, Arcade 7.2%

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    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.

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    83% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2022
    Dev: Hörberg Productions
    Windows

    Classic Beat 'em Up action from the creator of Gunman Clive and Mechstermination Force

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.7%, Beat 'em up 24.1%, 2.5D 17.8%, Cartoony 8.8%, Arcade 8.1%

  22. #22 Streets of Chaos
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bonfa Games
    Windows

    Streets of Chaos is a new retro sidescroller beat em up (fighting game), made with pixelart similar to 16 bits consoles. Is highly based on Streets of Rage, Double Dragon, Final Fight, and Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, with original story and various homages to classics.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.1%, 2D Fighter 18.8%, Old School 10.3%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Side Scroller 8.1%

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    82% match3 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: CrossplatformPub: Indie Games Publisher
    Windows · Linux

    Animaddicts 2 is a Beat Em Up Game based on the 80s Cartoon for 1-4 players.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.8%, Beat 'em up 25.2%, 2.5D 16.1%, Arcade 9%, Cartoony 7.5%

  24. #24 Bunny Battle Nemesis
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: DCF Studios
    Windows

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    81% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: studio_forecast
    Windows

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    Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.1%, Beat 'em up 26.1%, Arcade 9%, Cartoony 8.2%, 4 Player Local 5.9%

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    79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Olympus InteractivePub: MAGIC Spell Studios
    Windows

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    Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.8%, 4 Player Local 25.7%, Funny 8.7%, Cartoony 8.1%, Arcade 6.8%

  27. #27 Lost In Malul
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 75 reviews2022
    Dev: Team Malul
    Windows

    Lost in Malul is a community made game following a streamer protagonist. After preparing to start his stream one day, the unexpected happens and his house is taken over by vile beasts. Fight with a flurry of punches and kicks to take back the house from the creatures that wish to make it their own.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, 2D Fighter 26%, Hack and Slash 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Side Scroller 10.1%

  28. #28 Biscuitts 4
    80% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: CrossplatformPub: Indie Games Publisher
    Windows · Linux

    Biscuitts 4 is a Beat Em Up Game based on the 80s Cartoon.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.6%, 2D Fighter 27.3%, Cartoony 9.4%, Arcade 8.5%, Action 6%

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    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Dummy DojoPub: Abylight Studios
    Windows

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    77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Yenot Software
    Windows

    Fight your desktop icons! Play as any of your desktop icons, choose one of different classes, dodge the attacks and strike back!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 28%, Beat 'em up 26.9%, Hack and Slash 11.8%, Cartoony 10%, Stylized 6.3%

  31. #31 The Ballad of Bonky
    77% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  32. #32 Crate Wars
    78% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Crevice Studios
    Windows

    Crate Wars is a chaotic couch co-op game for one to four players. Working alone or in a team with your fellows, you must push crates to defeat monstrous enemies crawling over colorful boards.

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  33. #33 Praia Ardente
    75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Samuel Sales GomesPub: MACAMANDI
    Windows · Linux

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    76% matchMostly Positive72% of 25 reviews2017
    Dev: Crayder Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Wishmere is a brawler-fighting game that gives you the power and creativity to fight your battles your way. Play with friends in local matches, discover the story of Wishmere or survive and conquer over 30+ challenge maps!

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 26.3%, 2D Fighter 21.3%, Beat 'em up 19.3%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

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    75% matchVery Positive80% of 251 reviews2019
    Dev: Secret Base
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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  36. #36 Karmzah
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Leti Arts
    Windows

    Karmzah is an action-adventure Side scroller set in a world of Sangoma. You’re Karmzah, a warrior chosen by MUZU—a mysterious spirit tied to ancient forces of balance. Use your super powered crutches to beat down all that stand in your way to rescue your friend.

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  37. #37 Savage Girls
    76% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Animas Games
    Windows · Linux

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    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Upside Down Bird
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GingerSun GamesPub: Soft Source
    Windows

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    Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.2%, 2D Fighter 24.2%, 2.5D 16.3%, Hack and Slash 10.4%, Cartoony 8.3%

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    72% matchMixed64% of 145 reviews2024
    Dev: Storm Trident S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat 'em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors.

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    73% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    71% matchPositive89% of 35 reviews2024
    Dev: CebCode Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    73% matchMostly Positive73% of 45 reviews2020
    Dev: Creamative
    Windows

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    72% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2021
    Dev: Nucko Games
    Windows

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    70% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Gregor Bestelmeyer
    Windows

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    71% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2020
    Dev: Mind's Eye Games
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    69% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Nifty LeaguePub: Nifty League Inc.
    Windows

    Become the ultimate online smasher & brawl it out with friends online

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  48. #48 Clodhoppers
    70% matchVery Positive97% of 88 reviews2021
    Dev: Claymatic Games
    Windows · Mac

    Clodhoppers is an online and local single/multiplayer brawler designed around quick games and big laughs. All the artwork is created using clay models and stop motion animation to give a unique aesthetic.

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  49. #49 Mascot Mayhem
    69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Cherry Bomb Interactive
    Windows

    Mascot Mayhem is a 4-player local multiplayer brawling game with zany fighters and ultra powerful Mayhem attacks. Fill the screen with Mayhem and have a party! Easy to learn with simple controls, meaning anyone can join in on the fun. The game is in Early Access.

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    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SECRET MISSIONPub: Pixel Doors
    Windows

    Mad King Redemption is a unique blend of a traditional beat'em'up game with strong roguelite progression, mixed in a pixelated graphic style in a 2.5D world. Relieve the king from his madness while beating up corrupted enemies, in a fresh way at every run!

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    68% 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.

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  52. #52 Fist Puncher
    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 312 reviews2013
    Dev: Team2Bit
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    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    The sinister Milkman holds the city of San Cruces in his nasty criminal grip, and it’s up to legendary black belt neurosurgeon Dr. Karate and the rest of the Fist Puncher team to deliver old-school justice to the lawless streets.

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  53. #53 Eight Dragons
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 33 reviews2019
    Dev: Extend Mode
    Windows · Linux

    EIGHT DRAGONS is an old-school scrolling beat-'em-up for up to eight players! Can you defeat the criminal gangs ruling the city and stop MR BIG?

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.4%, 2D Fighter 20.1%, 2.5D 14.6%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Old School 8.2%

  54. #54 Kemono Heroes
    67% matchPositive100% of 39 reviews2025
    Dev: Mad Gear GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Dash, slash, and relive the golden age of couch co-op! Kemono Heroes blends run ‘n gun action with fast-paced ninja combat and 16-bit arcade vibes. Play solo or team up with friends for a wild adventure full of unlockable weapons, epic battles, and nonstop fun!

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    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HYPERDEVBOX JAPAN
    Windows

    When the kingdom needs a legend, you don’t fall... you rise. In a land torn apart, an entire army has fallen. Embark on a classic beat ’em up, just like we loved to play in the 90s.

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  56. #56 Highrise
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: INTERLOCKE
    Windows

    Choose from one of four unique characters to extinguish the Baron’s light in our four player co-op brawler. Gather up to 3 friends to tear down Baron Luciano’s dastardly machinations and free the city from his rule.

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 30.6%, Beat 'em up 24.7%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Arcade 8.6%, Cartoony 8.3%

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    66% 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 29.1%, 2D Fighter 20.7%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Arcade 9.5%, Old School 8%

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    67% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: Adam BetzPub: OddBall Interactive
    Windows

    Pitchfork Kingdom is a 2D hack-and-slash where each level is full of exciting combat, obstacles, and adventure.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, 2D Fighter 23.6%, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D 4.4%

  59. #59 Castle Crashers®
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 136,432 reviews2012
    Dev: The Behemoth
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.6%, 4 Player Local 23.2%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Funny 9.4%

  60. #60 Road to Brighton
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lowpix Games
    Windows · Mac

    Fight your way from London to Brighton in this retro arcade beat’em up inspired by the 1964 Mods and Rockers riots.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.2%, 2D Fighter 33.6%, Arcade 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action 8.6%

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