Games Like Devil's Dare 悪魔の挑戦

Welcome to Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe, the permadeath multiplayer horror beat'em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. The chills, thrills, bills, and opportunity to learn new skills won't stop until every street runs red with blood!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35%, Gore 17.4%, Violent 15.4%, Action 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive spiritual successor to Devil's Dare, refining the arcade-style combat and parody elements.

It’s a punk rock apocalypse! Team up with your friends to lead embattled punk rock band Charlie Murder in their epic quest to save the world from rival death metalers Gore Quaffer and their legions of evil.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 52.4%, Gore 16.6%, Action 8.4%, Violent 7.8%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar punk-rock aesthetic and chaotic, multi-player beat-em-up gameplay with RPG elements.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 8.7%, Indie 5.4%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A horror-themed beat-em-up that perfectly mirrors the monster-slaying, arcade-style action of the seed game.

An old-fashioned beat 'em up with big doses of adrenaline and trippiness, somewhere between the classic style of Streets of Rage and the ultra-violence of Hotline Miami. Set in a cold, ruthless Soviet Union, Mother Russia Bleeds aims to conjure up anxiety, unease, and drug-addled frenzy.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.2%, Gore 21.8%, Violent 17.2%, Local Co-Op 7.3%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same gritty, violent, and fast-paced 2D brawling intensity found in Devil's Dare.

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 68.6%, Arcade 9%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Action 5.2%, Indie 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern 4-player arcade beat-em-ups, matching the high-energy, nostalgic feel of the genre.

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 64.5%, Action 10.9%, Arcade 7%, Local Co-Op 6.9%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: The benchmark for modern side-scrolling brawlers, offering tight controls and a polished arcade experience.

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 57.7%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Arcade 11%, Action 8.4%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, skill-based combat mechanics that pay homage to classic arcade beat-em-ups.

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 53.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Local Co-Op 13%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern urban fantasy beat-em-up that emphasizes arcade-style progression and branching narratives.

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 69.3%, Arcade 13.5%, Action 12.8%, 2D 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 4-player arcade brawler that focuses on over-the-top combat and flashy visuals.

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 62.9%, Action 11.8%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Adventure 7.6%, Arcade 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features 4-player local co-op and a vibrant, parody-filled world that feels right at home with the seed game.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.9%, Local Co-Op 15.7%, Adventure 7.2%, Arcade 7.2%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential 4-player co-op brawler, known for its humor, chaotic action, and high replayability.

The city is in chaos! With crime and corruption around every corner, it’s all down to a team of hard-hitting justice seeking mavericks, to clean up the streets with some tough justice! Raging Justice is a classic beat ‘em up, dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.4%, Violent 16.5%, Local Co-Op 12%, Arcade 10%, Gore 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style arcade brawler that captures the gritty, street-fighting aesthetic of the 90s.

A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!

Why similar: Arcade 34%, Local Co-Op 27.5%, Action 22.3%, Adventure 8.8%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled, arcade-action game that captures the same chaotic, over-the-top energy.

There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 72.9%, Local Co-Op 12%, Action 11.2%, 2D 1.9%, Adventure 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines classic beat-em-up mechanics with a humorous, modern aesthetic and local co-op support.

Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.3%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Gore 11.9%, Action 10.7%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, hyper-violent 2D brawler that emphasizes fluid combat and cinematic action.

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 54.4%, Local Co-Op 18%, Action 12.6%, Adventure 7%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tight co-op coordination and action-RPG elements within a side-scrolling brawler framework.

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 63.3%, Local Co-Op 19.4%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 4.8%, 2D 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a fresh, roguelite-inspired take on the classic beat-em-up formula with multiple playable characters.

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 59.6%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Action 8.5%, Indie 5.3%, Casual 5%

Why You'll Like It: A theatrical beat-em-up that rewards stylish combat and performance, fitting the parody nature of Devil's Dare.

The Takeover is a side-scrolling beat'em up inspired by 90's classics such as Streets of Rage and Final Fight. Battle solo or alongside a friend in local co-op while listening to awesome tunes from Little V Mills, Richie Branson, James Ronald and industry legend Yuzo Koshiro!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 52.9%, Violent 11%, Gore 8.7%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, Arcade 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 90s arcade beat-em-ups, featuring pre-rendered graphics and fast-paced combat.

A retro city smash 'em up with satisfying destruction physics. Play as a Giant Monster unleashing terror upon mankind in this modern arcade experience with the action turned up to eleven.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.4%, Gore 27.1%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 7.1%, Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A destructive, dark-humor-filled arcade game that shares the same B-movie parody spirit.

The ultimate couch fragger gibfest! Armed with a powerful shotgun, bullet deflecting shield and power-up tarot cards, 2 to 4 local players will battle it out to collect each others souls in 9 different competitive game modes across 4 realms & 40 arenas. This is frantic local multiplayer action at its bloodiest!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 50.5%, Action 26.1%, Indie 16.5%, 2D 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, horror-themed arcade game that focuses on local multiplayer combat and supernatural aesthetics.

Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Gore 27.6%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Blends beat-em-up mechanics with roguelite elements, offering high replayability and chaotic combat.

Paint the Town Red is a chaotic first person melee combat game set in different locations and time periods. The voxel-based enemies can be punched, bashed, kicked, stabbed and sliced completely dynamically using almost anything that isn't nailed down.

Why similar: Gore 33.3%, Beat 'em up 28.2%, Violent 19.8%, Action 7.4%, Arcade 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: While first-person, it captures the same chaotic, bloody, and parody-filled brawling spirit as the seed game.

Mutants and monsters unleash maniacal carnage on the gridiron in this crazy gore fest of arcade-style football. Packed full of humor, intense online multiplayer action, and strategy.

Why similar: Gore 32.1%, Violent 25.5%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Arcade 12.9%, Indie 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A violent, parody-filled sports game that shares the same irreverent and bloody tone as Devil's Dare.

From the creators of indie smash hit Stick It to The Man! comes a new one to four-player co-op stab-you-in-the-gut-a-thon. Embark on a dead funny adventure with the Zombie Vikings. A putrid posse sent on a mission through the most epic of worlds to retrieve Odin’s lost eye.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.1%, Local Co-Op 20.1%, Action 15.4%, Adventure 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, co-op focused brawler that shares the irreverent tone and monster-slaying themes of the seed game.

Samurai Riot is a 2D Arcade-style Beat ‘Em Up game with a unique co-op system. Make deep moral choices throughout the branching storyline with high replay value.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.9%, Action 23.2%, Adventure 17%, Indie 14.9%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op brawler that features unique choice-based mechanics and classic side-scrolling action.

"99Vidas" is a "beat 'em up" set in a contemporary world that pays tribute to both the new and the classic in gaming industry. Brought to you in all pixelated, 16 bit-esque glory, chockfull of references to not only gaming, but all 80's and 90's pop culture.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.2%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Action 9.6%, Arcade 8.1%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired brawler designed specifically for 4-player local co-op sessions.

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 66.9%, Arcade 18.5%, Action 11.4%, 2D 3.2%

Extreme Exorcism is a paranormal platformer where every move you make comes back to haunt you.

Why similar: Indie 27.8%, Action 26.9%, Casual 24.4%, Adventure 20.9%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural-themed arcade game that emphasizes local multiplayer chaos and fast-paced action.

Enter the World of Kings of Hell; set during 2112, 100 years after the rapture, the world as we know it is now literally Hell on Earth as Demons now rule the planet. Follow the adventures of Lutin, Enfer, Gremile and Mal as they fight the current 5 Dukes of Hell to claim the title of King of Hell!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Gore 10.9%, Violent 10.4%, Action 8.7%

Aces Wild is a fast-paced, hardcore, aerial beat 'em up!Engage in insane aerial martial arts combat against countless opponents!It utilizes a 'Wild Meter' which increases the power of your attacks butalso makes enemies more aggressive!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 66.6%, Action 13.9%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Indie 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-speed, aggressive combat that rewards players for staying in the heat of the action.

A hilariously terrifying adventure filled with laughs, blood, insanity, and of course... hordes of the undead.

Why similar: Gore 40.4%, Violent 31.1%, Adventure 14.3%, Indie 9.2%, Casual 3.2%

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 56.4%, Local Co-Op 18%, Action 14.1%, Indie 11.5%

Put on your raincoat and destroy hordes of demons in Hell. Use 5 insane umbrellas in an aerial roguelite hack and slash of pure chaos!

Why similar: Gore 52.4%, Arcade 22.8%, Action 9.1%, Indie 6.2%, Adventure 5.7%

Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.5%, Violent 18.5%, Gore 15.6%, Action 9.5%, Local Co-Op 7.3%

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds! Enjoy fast and frantic arcade-style beat 'em up gameplay with cute characters. Beat up hordes of weird enemies with awesome special attacks. Local co-op and PVP supported for up to 4 players!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 67.4%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Action 10.3%, Violent 5.4%, Arcade 4.8%

The RetroRealms Arcade connects select RetroRealms games with other titles in the series that you own (games and DLC sold separately) to unlock new access and abilities and create the ultimate mash-up of horror legends!

Why similar: Gore 28.4%, Action 25.3%, Violent 24.1%, Adventure 17.9%, 2D 4.3%

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 25.2%, Gore 21.9%, Violent 20.8%, Action 9.5%, Local Co-Op 8.6%

Chaotic bacon-flavored beat'em up with plenty of enemies to smash around

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.2%, Action 13.6%, Gore 13.3%, Casual 9%, Indie 7.5%

Revenge will consume you, but redemption will push you to your breaking point.Play as Dusty, a multi- weapon wielding warrior ready to face loads of outlawed criminals, dangerous creatures and the ruthless evil villain that rules them all.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.6%, Action 18.8%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Indie 5.2%, 2D 2.8%

Classic arcade action returns with Rock Zombie, a 3D horror “hack`n slash” inspired by zombie flicks. Prepare for a non-stopping button-mashing experience that will bring you back to the golden era of the arcades, with modern 3D graphics, animations, camera angles and a killer soundtrack.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.9%, Gore 27.8%, Action 10.9%, Arcade 9%, Adventure 7.4%

Clash of Puppets is a 3D hack’n’slash platformer, featuring classic b-movie style.

Why similar: Action 64.3%, Indie 35.7%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.

Why similar: Gore 30.9%, Beat 'em up 24.5%, Action 13.4%, Violent 13.1%, Arcade 8.6%

Frenetic arcade style twin-stick shooter. Fight your way through hordes of enemies alone or with a friend!

Why similar: Action 49.5%, Indie 27.1%, Adventure 23.4%

It's ~KNOCKOFF~! Fight through a haunted mall in this isometric brawler that combines bullet hell with combo heavy combat!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 67.4%, Arcade 13.9%, Action 11.4%, Indie 7.3%

Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.5%, Action 17.2%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Indie 8.9%, 2D 2.1%

《Soda Girls》 is a horizontal version of the cartoon action game, game player by setting their own unique combo, against crazy zombies, save companion. If you don't think the game is tough enough, you can upgrade the monster gene (What the hell?)

Why similar: Beat 'em up 60.4%, Action 18.8%, Indie 10.5%, Adventure 10.2%

Retro Miami - it's an adrenaline thriller, full of primitive brutality, deadly gunshots and roofing fights.

Why similar: Gore 33.8%, Violent 29.8%, Action 11.7%, Casual 8.8%, Adventure 8.6%

A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.8%, Arcade 25.9%, Action 16.9%, Indie 11.6%, Casual 8.4%

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.2%, Gore 23.6%, Action 18%, Arcade 9.3%, Indie 7.3%

Melon Simulator™ is a chaotic, co-op (1 - 4 players), first person melee combat game. Almost anything that isn't nailed down can be used to whack, slice, and throw at the oncoming melon hoard...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.1%, Gore 22%, Violent 18.2%, Arcade 9.1%, Action 7.5%

Fight across the ruins of London using carefully refined Free-Form Combat, taking down a terrifying variety of mutated zombies with an expanding special move-set. Created for 1-4 players, for online and offline play, Bloody Zombies is also enhanced with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.6%, Gore 17.1%, Violent 15.9%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Action 7.6%

Smash demons and deflect bullets in a hardcore arcade clicker with the RPG elements.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.7%, Arcade 31.3%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 7.9%, Indie 7.7%

Hot Shot Burn is the hilariously violent party brawler that lets you compete in the galaxy's ultimate televised blood sport. Experience crazy couch battles full of ridiculous flukes and insane skill shots for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.1%, Arcade 28.4%, Action 20%, Indie 13.2%, 2D 1.9%

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 49.8%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Arcade 12.1%, Action 8.8%, Adventure 5.8%

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 64.5%, Local Co-Op 22.1%, Action 9.7%, 2D 3.7%

Action-platformer filled to the brim with blood, mayhem, and demons straight from hell! Play solo or with your friends in split-screen, upgrade your beast, and mow down hordes of enemies and their towering lieutenants.

Why similar: Arcade 55.2%, Action 31.8%, 2D 13.1%

Hold onto your head with Headsnatchers, a stupidly hectic up-to-4-player local and online multiplayer party-game where you snatch your friends’ heads to come out victorious. Because, let’s face it, you’ll do anything to win.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.8%, Action 18.4%, Casual 14.1%, Indie 11.7%