- #1 Skullgirls 2nd Encore
97% matchVery Positive88% of 32,092 reviews2013
Dev: Hidden Variable StudiosPub: Autumn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
--Main Stage Game at Evo 2022!-- The ultimate Skullgirls experience: Featuring 14 hand-animated characters, fully voiced story mode, countless palettes, and unparalleled GGPO-based multiplayer netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 29.6%, 2D Fighter 21.5%, Competitive 17.7%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%, Anime 4.2%
- #2 Stickfigurez
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
STICKFIGUREZ is an indie platform fighter featuring iconic characters from classic stick figure animations. Play with up to 4 players locally or online!
Why similar: Competitive 29.3%, 2D Fighter 26.6%, Fighting 23.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Combat 4.4%
- #3 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,043 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 55.1 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 34.8%, Fighting 29.8%, Competitive 16.4%, Arcade 9.7%, Action 5.5%
- #4 Suburban Scavengers
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Doombrowski
Windows
Suburban Scavengers is a small tug of war fighting game where you're trying to get somebody's garbage couch into your house.
Why similar: Competitive 34.4%, Fighting 31.1%, 2D Fighter 26.5%, Action 8%
- #5 Touhou Dream Duel
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 夢想闘工房
Windows
Battle your way through a beautifully drawn Gensokyo in this unique fighting game inspired by the classics from the Touhou Project franchise.
Why similar: Competitive 27.5%, 2D Fighter 26.7%, Fighting 23.6%, Anime 7.5%, Local Multiplayer 3.9%
- #6 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 25.3%, Competitive 25.2%, 2D Fighter 21.9%, Arcade 7.1%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%
- #7 Fantasy Strike
93% matchMixed61% of 2,093 reviews2019
Dev: Sirlin Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
A fighting game designed from the ground up to be so easy to control that even non-fighting game players can play it, yet deep enough to play in tournaments. Vibrant graphics and excellent online play.
Why similar: Competitive 26.3%, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Fighting 23.2%, Local Multiplayer 7.6%, Arcade 5%
- #8 GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,613 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
Why similar: Fighting 30.6%, 2D Fighter 27.2%, Competitive 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.6%, Anime 6.4%
- #9 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
91% matchMixed67% of 230 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Battle Fantasia", the fantasy RPG themed 2D Fighting game is now appearing on Steam, and "REVISED" with the latest balances and improved visual effects! Comes with FREE Soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: Fighting 33.7%, 2D Fighter 28.7%, Competitive 13%, Anime 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%
- #10 Street Fighter V
91% matchMixed68% of 44,102 reviews2016
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 64.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the intensity of head-to-head battles with Street Fighter® V! Choose from 16 iconic characters, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options.
Why similar: Fighting 42.1%, Competitive 20%, 2D Fighter 18.9%, Local Multiplayer 5.2%, Arcade 5.2%
- #11 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
90% matchVery Positive83% of 8,543 reviews2020
Dev: Cygames, Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!
Why similar: Fighting 30.6%, 2D Fighter 26.3%, Competitive 18%, Action 10.2%, Anime 8.8%
- #12 Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!
89% matchVery Positive81% of 470 reviews2015
Dev: EXAMU Inc.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
With its own unique battle system and a wide selection of characteristic angels, the girls are appearing on Steam for the first time in [Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!]!!
Why similar: Fighting 32.6%, 2D Fighter 25.9%, Competitive 14.1%, Anime 10.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%
- #13 DRAGON BALL FighterZ
88% matchVery Positive90% of 75,959 reviews2018
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 59.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 34.4%, 2D Fighter 20.5%, Competitive 17.3%, Anime 7.9%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%
- #14 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
87% matchVery Positive94% of 3,847 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.2%, Fighting 31.6%, Competitive 16.5%, Anime 7.8%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%
- #15 Parable Academy
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Snuffysam Media
Windows · Mac
A one-button fighter that’ll have you hitting the books! Legends from classic fiction clash in 3 vs 3 tag battles. Unlock fighters in single-player skill challenges, then put your combos to the test in online play. Simple enough for newcomers to pick up, but plenty of strategic depth to be found!
Why similar: Competitive 25.2%, Fighting 22.5%, 2D Fighter 20.5%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Anime 5.8%
- #16 Street Fighter™ 6
86% matchVery Positive83% of 74,142 reviews2023
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 26.3 hrsMean: 119.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
Why similar: Fighting 31.5%, 2D Fighter 31.3%, Competitive 18.7%, Arcade 6.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.6%
- #17 Joltt - Battle Pillars
85% matchNo user reviews100% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Rablo Games
Windows · Linux
A 2D fighting game where every character is a zoner. No close combat! Use each character’s special abilities and unique mechanics to blast your rival off their pillar.
Why similar: Competitive 25.5%, Fighting 23.4%, 2D Fighter 22.4%, Arcade 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%
- #18 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
84% matchVery Positive84% of 8,952 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 69.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Why similar: Fighting 33.3%, 2D Fighter 32.8%, Competitive 14.6%, Action 4.6%, Arcade 4.4%
- #19 Ultra Street Fighter® IV
84% matchVery Positive90% of 16,739 reviews2014
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV.
Why similar: Fighting 48.1%, Competitive 20.6%, 2D Fighter 14.1%, Arcade 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 5%
- #20 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
83% matchVery Positive95% of 5,200 reviews2015
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 30.3 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 39%, 2D Fighter 28.7%, Arcade 8.8%, Competitive 7.6%, Action 5.4%
- #21 Pillow Champ
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frosty Pop
Windows · Mac
Challenge the world one pillow at a time in this irreverent 2.5D fighting game. Featuring a range of singleplayer options, local multiplayer, and online multiplayer with rollback netcode!
Why similar: Fighting 26.9%, 2D Fighter 23.6%, Competitive 17.4%, Local Multiplayer 9.2%, Arcade 7.4%
- #22 Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,227 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 38.7%, 2D Fighter 33.3%, Competitive 16.6%, Action 4.1%, Anime 4%
- #23 Ascendance Fighters
81% 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 27.4%, Competitive 27.1%, 2D Fighter 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Hand-drawn 4.1%
- #24 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
81% matchVery Positive90% of 1,641 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 39.5%, 2D Fighter 28.2%, Competitive 11.2%, Anime 9.9%, Arcade 4.9%
- #25 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
80% matchVery Positive82% of 256 reviews2016
Dev: Studio Saizensen
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 25.6%, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Competitive 16.6%, Arcade 7.9%, Anime 7.7%
- #26 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
79% matchVery Positive91% of 3,055 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 47%, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Arcade 10.7%, Competitive 8.8%, Action 3.2%
- #27 GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
79% matchVery Positive94% of 10,975 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
Why similar: Fighting 40.8%, 2D Fighter 26.3%, Competitive 10.6%, Anime 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 4.3%
- #28 Killer Instinct
78% matchVery Positive87% of 5,590 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.5 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 43.3%, 2D Fighter 24.4%, Competitive 13.4%, Arcade 6%, Action 4.6%
- #29 Pocket Bravery
77% matchVery Positive90% of 704 reviews2023
Dev: Statera StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Competitive 27.7%, Fighting 24.6%, 2D Fighter 20%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Arcade 6.6%
- #30 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
78% matchVery Positive85% of 427 reviews2017
Dev: Team ArcanaPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 56%
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 35.2%, 2D Fighter 34.9%, Anime 9.9%, Arcade 6.7%, Action 5.9%
- #31 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
76% matchVery Positive83% of 6,888 reviews2023
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 55.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.1%, Fighting 28%, Competitive 11.4%, Anime 8.6%, Action 5.9%
- #32 BlazBlue Centralfiction
77% matchVery Positive94% of 11,894 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 59.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Combining a 2D fighting game with a visual novel, the BlazBlue series continues on with massive fan support! The latest installation, BlazBlue: Centralfiction, serves as the ending to the Azure Saga, revealing the hidden truth of the world!
Why similar: Fighting 36.6%, 2D Fighter 32.5%, Anime 10.2%, Competitive 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%
- #33 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
76% matchVery Positive80% of 4,632 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 31.5 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: 2D Fighter 36.6%, Fighting 35%, Anime 10.1%, Competitive 5.7%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%
- #34 Rivals of Aether
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 37,654 reviews2017
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 50.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.
Why similar: Fighting 34.1%, 2D Fighter 28.4%, Competitive 20.9%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #35 Hammer Dudes
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ollis66
Windows
Hammer Dudes is a casual 2D platform fighter. Dodge, throw and strike with your hammer to defeat your opponent and reach their final scene! Play on the couch with a buddy or even online in this competitve and crazy 1v1 game.
Why similar: Competitive 27.3%, Fighting 24.3%, 2D Fighter 20.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%, Arcade 5.4%
- #36 Idol Showdown
73% matchVery Positive94% of 5,800 reviews2023
Dev: Besto Game TeamPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.4 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 38.5%, Fighting 26.6%, Arcade 9.2%, Anime 9%, Action 4.5%
- #37 A Few Quick Matches
73% matchVery Positive85% of 2,633 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.4 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 32.5%, Fighting 27.6%, Competitive 22.2%, Local Multiplayer 7%, Action 3.6%
- #38 5 Force Fighters
74% 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: 2D Fighter 30%, Fighting 29.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Anime 8.7%, Hand-drawn 7%
- #39 Super Powered Battle Friends
74% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2019
Dev: Cache Grab Studios
Windows
SUPER POWERED BATTLE FRIENDS is a platform fighter for up to 4 players!
Why similar: Competitive 26%, Fighting 23.7%, 2D Fighter 22.9%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%, Action 7.7%
- #40 Koihime Enbu
73% matchVery Positive86% of 312 reviews2016
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.2 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: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Fighting 36.3%, Anime 12%, Action 7.9%, Arcade 3.4%
- #41 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
72% matchVery Positive91% of 995 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dramatic Stylish 2D Fighting Action 「UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late」 now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 37.2%, 2D Fighter 36.8%, Anime 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%, Action 4.2%
- #42 Dashwalk Dueling
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monkii Goes Boarding
Windows · Linux
Dashwalk Dueling is a pixel-perfect fighting game with ninja fast swordplay. Whether you're dueling online, battling dojo traitors, or honing your skills in training, can you keep your feet on the ground and find that deadly blow? Show off your skills, strategy, and style in this platform fighter!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.1%, Fighting 25.5%, Competitive 24.7%, Arcade 7.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%
- #43 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
71% matchVery Positive82% of 4,188 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 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 51.4%, 2D Fighter 22.9%, Arcade 9.5%, Anime 5.3%, Action 4%
- #44 FIGHTING EX LAYER
71% matchVery Positive83% of 885 reviews2018
Dev: ARIKA
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 49.4%, 2D Fighter 28.4%, Action 7.4%, Arcade 7.1%, Anime 5.1%
- #45 Knight Club +
70% matchVery Positive89% of 357 reviews2020
Dev: Gutter Arcade
Windows
KNIGHT CLUB + Is a casual 2-4 player action platform-fighting game that brings traditional fighting game elements into an unlocked, free form movement playstyle.
Why similar: Competitive 32.2%, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Fighting 24.2%, Local Multiplayer 4.9%, Combat 3.8%
- #46 Terra Fighters
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 74BIT
Windows
Rip the ground from under your feet and hurl it at your rivals. Terra Fighters is a chaotic couch multiplayer brawler where the arena is your weapon — throw, smash, and destroy your way to victory across hand-drawn destructible stages and a global cataclysmic story mode.
Why similar: Fighting 27.6%, Competitive 23.9%, 2D Fighter 23.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%, Hand-drawn 4%
- #47 Samurai GUNN 2
69% matchVery Positive92% of 765 reviews2021
Dev: Beau BlythPub: SCRAMBLER
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Samurai GUNN 2 is a fighting game with Samurai and Gunns. Best your foes online or locally in this cutting edge sequel featuring Rollback Netcode and Ranked Matchmaking. Free Edition out now!
Why similar: Competitive 33.2%, 2D Fighter 24.6%, Fighting 16.2%, Arcade 8.3%, Local Multiplayer 7%
- #48 FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
67% matchVery Positive81% of 3,277 reviews2026
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold…
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.1%, Competitive 24.2%, Fighting 24%, Arcade 6.3%, Action 4.6%
- #49 THE LAST BLADE
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 244 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 12.0 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 42.5%, 2D Fighter 33.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 7.6%, Anime 5.7%
- #50 Samurai GUNN
70% matchVery Positive92% of 464 reviews2013
Dev: Beau BlythPub: SCRAMBLER
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Samurai GUNN is a lightning-fast Bushido brawler for 2 to 4 players. Each samurai is armed with a sword and gunn, with only 3 bullets to a life. Strategy and quick reflexes are the key to deflecting bullets and sending your opponents’ heads rolling.
Why similar: Competitive 24.9%, Fighting 24.4%, 2D Fighter 23.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Arcade 6.6%
- #51 GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
69% matchVery Positive91% of 2,794 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Kept you waitin'. GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN- is finally here on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 44%, 2D Fighter 27.1%, Anime 10.5%, Competitive 6.3%, Arcade 5.8%
- #52 TEKKEN 7
68% matchVery Positive83% of 94,753 reviews2017
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 75.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals.
Why similar: Fighting 51.4%, Competitive 24.4%, Arcade 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%, Action 4%
- #53 Yatagarasu Enter the Eastward
68% matchMixed55% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Yatagarasu Dev Team
Windows
Yatagarasu Enter the Eastward is an original, traditional-style 2D fighting game with 14 playable characters that delivers solid gameplay and high production values.
Why similar: Competitive 36.1%, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Anime 8%, Arcade 7.1%, Hand-drawn 6.6%
- #54 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
69% matchVery Positive89% of 338 reviews2017
Dev: FK DigitalPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.1 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 41.1%, Fighting 39.4%, Anime 7.4%, Action 7%, Local Multiplayer 4.5%
- #55 HYPERFIGHT 2
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: studio joh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your meter is your life. Use it wisely or risk it all in this brand-new take on 2D fighting. This is the next evolution of HYPERFIGHT!
Why similar: Fighting 28.6%, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Arcade 8.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%, Anime 5.3%
- #56 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
67% matchVery Positive93% of 4,793 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 35.9%, 2D Fighter 34.9%, Anime 11.8%, Arcade 4.8%, Action 4.3%
- #57 Little Hellions
67% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: DIEMARTPub: DIEMART
Windows
GRAB. SWAP. KILL. Dominate the Underworld with lightning fast plays in this passive aggressive fighter for goblins & sickos!
Why similar: Fighting 26.3%, Competitive 23.8%, 2D Fighter 23.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Arcade 7.6%
- #58 Invincible VS
64% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,011 reviews2026
Dev: Quarter UpPub: Skybound Games
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Invincible VS is a brutal superhero 3v3 tag fighting game set in the Invincible universe, where you can battle to the death as a team of fan-favorite characters in iconic locations.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25%, Fighting 24%, Competitive 20%, Arcade 8.4%, Combat 5.2%
- #59 Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai
67% matchVery Positive90% of 183 reviews2018
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai is a comprehensive rebalance of the popular fighter Koihime Enbu, featuring 14 playable characters, with “Chōryō” and "assist" character “Kaku” joining their rivals on the battlefield for the first time!
Why similar: Fighting 24.1%, 2D Fighter 22.8%, Competitive 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%, Anime 7.2%