- #1 DNA: Episode 3
97% match7 user reviews88% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 17.7%, Beat 'em up 15.8%, Martial Arts 9.1% ★, Side Scroller 8.6%, Visual Novel 6.9%
- #2 DNA: Episode 1
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 a hand drawn episodic game with anime story in each stage episode, created by only 1 Solo Developer. Play as Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he chooses to break free from being a Nova Corp pawn. Thus begins the epic universe story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 19%, Beat 'em up 16.7%, Martial Arts 8.6% ★, Side Scroller 7.6%, Visual Novel 6.1%
- #3 DNA: Episode 4
96% match6 user reviews86% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 19.8%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Martial Arts 9.3% ★, Side Scroller 9.1%, Emotional 6.2%
- #4 DNA: Episode 5
95% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 19.9%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Martial Arts 9.7% ★, Side Scroller 9%, Emotional 6.4%
- #5 DNA: Season 2 | Episode 1
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 20%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Martial Arts 9.7% ★, Side Scroller 9%, Emotional 6.4%
- #6 DNA: Season 2 | Episode 2
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 20%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Martial Arts 9.7% ★, Side Scroller 9%, Emotional 6.4%
- #7 DNA: Season 2 | Episode 3
93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 20.9%, Beat 'em up 18.1%, Martial Arts 9.4% ★, Side Scroller 9.3%, RPG 6.5%
- #8 DNA Season 2 | Episode 4
92% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.8%, Beat 'em up 18.7%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Martial Arts 7.4% ★, RPG 7%
- #9 DNA: Final Episode: Part 1
91% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.8%, Beat 'em up 18.7%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Martial Arts 7.4% ★, RPG 7%
- #10 DNA 1: Finale
91% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.8%, Beat 'em up 18.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Martial Arts 7.4% ★, RPG 7.1%
- #11 DNA: Final Episode: Part 2
90% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.8%, Beat 'em up 18.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Martial Arts 7.4% ★, RPG 7.1%
- #12 Manager can be Tough!: Case of the Kidnapped Waitress
89% matchMixed53% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: One Man ArmyPub: Eroge Japan
Windows
Hack, slash, and blast your way through hordes of beastly enemies and powerful bosses to rescue your beautiful waitress in this sexy 2D Side scrolling action game!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.8%, 2D Fighter 31.8%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Action 7%, Anime 5.8%
- #13 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
89% 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: Beat 'em up 28.5%, 2D Fighter 27.6%, Martial Arts 16.7% ★, Side Scroller 14.2%, Action 7.5%
- #14 Capybara Fighters!
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dillon SunPub: WoofWoofWolffe
Windows
Capybara Fighters! is a 2D/3D hybrid beat-em up set in modern Tokyo. You play as the star capybara of a cafe, whose life is disrupted when the Yakuza abduct your friend. To rescue them, you'll battle through enemies, earn money, and ultimately secure a plane ticket to Brazil for the final battle.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.7%, 2D Fighter 29.7%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Action 5.4%, PvE 5.2%
- #15 Blood Red Fists
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Sunshine Error
Windows
Explore a vast and crime ridden city, fight your enemies in first person mode, talk to random strangers, steal and sell various items, gamble with your money, gain experience and spend it on helpful skills. But above all, try to stay alive in this 2d retro beat 'em up.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32%, Beat 'em up 27.4%, Martial Arts 14% ★, Side Scroller 13.8%, Action 7.4%
- #16 Punch 1000 Dudes
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Schwoi made a Videogame
Windows
One level, two moves and 1000 enemies. Zero upgrades, zero checkpoints, 100% skill.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.3%, Beat 'em up 35%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Action 9%, 2D 4.4%
- #17 Five Gods of Kung Fu
86% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Gregor Bestelmeyer
Windows
Five Gods of Kung Fu is a story driven Beat 'em Up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, 2D Fighter 29.1%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Martial Arts 10.9% ★, Action 5.3%
- #18 Spanish Rage
85% 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 37.3%, Beat 'em up 32.3%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Action 9.8%, Combat 3.6%
- #19 Dance of Elements
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dead Imagination Games
Windows
Dance of the Elements is a simple 2D fighter where you control the four basic elements: Fire, Earth, Water, and air. Freely flow between all the elements to fight your friends, AI controlled opponents, or a horde of enemies!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.8%, Beat 'em up 29.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Hand-drawn 8.5%, Action 7.3%
- #20 Combat Kings
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Super God
Windows
Classic beat'em up meets modern fighting game! Combat rogue robots that are taking over the city. Upgrade your characters with new skills as you fight your way through different levels.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, 2D Fighter 21.4%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Action 10.1%, 2D 4.8%
- #21 Shadow Heroes
82% matchPositive95% of 41 reviews2022
Dev: Tower Games
Windows
Welcome to play this fast-paced mild Roguelike action game "Shadow Heroes". Please follow our working group: "Tower Games".
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.5%, 2D Fighter 25.5%, Martial Arts 23.5% ★, RPG 6.6%, Anime 6.5%
- #22 Daikaiju Daikessen: Versus
83% matchMixed63% of 138 reviews2020
Dev: One Secret Pseudo
Windows
Daikaiju Daikessen: Versus is a free to play arcade-style brawler inspired by the likes of classic Neo Geo’s King of the Monsters. The game will be regularly updated with new characters from various indie creators, along with new stages and game modes.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.2%, Beat 'em up 34.2%, Action 9.5%, Anime 7.9%, 2D 4.4%
- #23 Bare Knuckle Sandwich
81% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2025
Dev: Raised By Screens
Windows
Bare Knuckle Sandwich is a 2D fighting game with side-scrolling storytelling and a character-driven narrative. BKS tells the story of a young, directionless guy, Gunner, who joins an underground bare-knuckle boxing ring.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.3%, Beat 'em up 27.9%, Side Scroller 16%, Emotional 10.3%, Action 3.7%
- #24 SPARKHUNT
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oleksandr Zapisochnyi
Windows
SPARKHUNT - is a classic 2.5D beat 'em up inspired by the games from the 90s with a complex combat system and the modern visuals. Let the grim ghost town be your arena.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.1%, Beat 'em up 28.6%, Martial Arts 16.2% ★, Side Scroller 14.6%, Action 7.1%
- #25 Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gameplay Group InternationalPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is a fast-paced 1v1 fighter where you battle as your favorite characters from the Avatar franchise. Featuring hand-drawn 2D animation true to the series’ roots, proprietary rollback netcode, and full cross-play for smooth, competitive gameplay.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.9%, Martial Arts 17.4% ★, Hand-drawn 17.1%, Anime 10%, Action 5.9%
- #26 Legendary Heroes - A Game Of Death
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Auteurian ProPub: Auteurian Pro LLC
Windows
High speed beat em up hardcore arcade action, with skill-based gameplay and 90's anime flair! A revisit & evolution of the genre, all hosted with classical 2D fighting-game mechanics. Legendary Hereos serves as an ultimate hybrid of the best of yesterday's gameplay with modern animation qualities!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.6%, Beat 'em up 26.5%, Martial Arts 14.2% ★, Hand-drawn 8%, Action 7.1%
- #27 Fantasy Soul Revenge
79% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Nitx Games
Windows
Fantasy Soul Revenge is an exhilarating action RPG game that thrusts players into a vibrant, mythical world where dark forces threaten the realm. Players assume the role of a vengeful hero, harnessing the power of ancient souls to vanquish enemies and uncover hidden truths.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.6%, Beat 'em up 33%, Side Scroller 22%, Action 5.3%, 2D 3%
- #28 Tough Law
79% 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: 2D Fighter 25.1%, Beat 'em up 24.2%, Martial Arts 21.6% ★, Side Scroller 15%, Hand-drawn 6.4%
- #29 Lost In Malul
78% 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 36.1%, 2D Fighter 30.7%, Side Scroller 13.3%, RPG 11.1%, Action 5.3%
- #30 Fallen City Brawl
77% 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: Beat 'em up 34%, 2D Fighter 33.4%, Side Scroller 22%, Action 5.7%, 2D 4.3%
- #31 Whispers of the Forgotten
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ChanYiGames
Windows
《无名之诗》是一款奇幻冒险+横版ARPG。故事发生在一个魔法与科技交织的世界,在这里你将结识性格各异的新朋友,探索世界的各个大陆,一起战斗冒险。一场沉浸式奇幻冒险,等你亲启!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.2%, Beat 'em up 27.6%, RPG 15.2%, Action 8.7%, Anime 6.9%
- #32 Froggy: Jelly Punch
77% 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 31.2%, Beat 'em up 27.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Martial Arts 14% ★, Action 5.3%
- #33 Dracoslayer
76% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: IzayoiSoraPub: ZahnEntertainment
Windows
Clash in a 2D arena fighter of high-speed duels where elemental projectiles redefine ranged combat!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.6%, Beat 'em up 27%, Martial Arts 19.1% ★, Action 4.8%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #34 Pitchfork Kingdom
76% 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 30.2%, 2D Fighter 27%, Side Scroller 19.7%, RPG 7.1%, 2D 4.8%
- #35 Diamond boy
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Onsora Games
Windows
Diamond Boy is the first game developed by the independent team Onsora Games. It is a Beat'em up game with a unique gameplay, Each character has a different playing style. Play solo or co-op (1-4 players) and fight all kinds of enemies along the way!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, 2D Fighter 30.7%, Anime 11.6%, Action 9%, Fantasy 7%
- #36 He-Man and the Masters of the Universe™: Dragon Pearl of Destruction
74% 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.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.1%, Beat 'em up 33.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Action 8%, Fantasy 3.7%
- #37 生命火热 / Desperate 1
72% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: 痴青游戏(Lunatico Game)
Windows
The first work of the "Desperate" series - After Sunset, it’s a horizontal 2D action game with hand-painted, and using a new keyboard operation, you can feel a more intuitive combat experience in this game. Fight for the thing you loved in your life in every street you pass by!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.9%, 2D Fighter 21.9%, Martial Arts 19.6% ★, Visual Novel 10%, Romance 7.3%
- #38 Okinawa Rush
74% matchVery Positive85% of 140 reviews2021
Dev: Sokaikan ltd
Windows
Take on the role of the martial arts master Hiro, Meilin, or Shin as they face off in a desperate fight for their lives against the Black Mantis clan. DOUBLE THE MAYHEM: Bring a friend and battle against ninjas, demons, and more in the 2-player local co-op mode of this action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.5%, Beat 'em up 23.8%, Martial Arts 21.2% ★, Side Scroller 13.8%, RPG 6.2%
- #39 Urban Rangers Arcade
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Anthems-0
Windows
This Is A Great Couch Co-op, Arcade Beat Em Up Experience. Made With The Great Pixel Game Engine. Heart was put into Urban Rangers Arcade. (USE "1920 X 1080" Pc Resolution) Grab A Friend, And See How You Would Do With Your Backs Against The wall..................
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, 2D Fighter 29.7%, Martial Arts 26.8% ★, Action 5.2%, 2D 3.2%
- #40 Scufflers
75% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Jareed Dempsey
Windows
Knock opponents as far off-screen as possible. A platform-fighter with extremely simple controls. Game is played in rounds, where everything resets when someone is knocked off the screen, until someone is the last character standing.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, 2D Fighter 34.2%, Side Scroller 21.6%, 2D 3.9%, Action 3.5%
- #41 TaekwonGirl
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: CalmDV
Windows
A cute and sexy Taekwondo girl defeats enemies with Taekwondo power. Defeat enemies with only a mouse.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.8%, Beat 'em up 34.4%, Action 10.4%, Anime 8.9%, 2D 4.7%
- #42 Asterix & Obelix: Slap them All!
73% matchMixed62% of 334 reviews2021
Dev: Mr. Nutz StudioPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Asterix & Obelix, return in a new adventure full of slaps! Play as Asterix and Obelix and cross the most iconic landscapes of the saga while facing a host of enemies, in a Beat Them Up filled with action ... and slaps!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.1%, 2D Fighter 33.3%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Action 6.1%, Combat 3.9%
- #43 Cado: The Great Tournament
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Red Crystal
Windows
Choose one of the eight participants of the Great Tournament, use her unique fighting style and win in spectacular 2D fights!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.5%, Martial Arts 23% ★, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Side Scroller 8.5%
- #44 Street Striker
72% matchMixed44% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Boom Games
Windows
Street Striker is an arcade game about street fighting. Choose your hero and arena, find weapons, or use your hand-to-hand combat skills to stand up against waves of bandits and complete the level.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.6%, 2D Fighter 24.7%, Martial Arts 12.2% ★, Side Scroller 11.7%, RPG 8.9%
- #45 Platformer Helmet
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RPN Indie Developer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Achaapur is taken hostage by a local gangster Gundam. You are the only hope left. Each helmet has a unique super power. Switch between different helmets to use those powers. Fight against different goons of Gundam. A Platformer game that has fights and platforming action.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39%, Beat 'em up 30.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 9.5%, Fantasy 3.5%
- #46 Thunderblade Saga
71% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: Shanghai huan zhen Info Tech Ltd
Windows
"Thunderblade Saga" is a hardcore action game featuring combos, parries, Iaijutsu (quick-draw technique), and ultimate moves. Every minute of your time will be spent in battle.If you want to experience high-difficulty boss battles that are not of the Souls-like genre, you can try this game!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.7%, Beat 'em up 32.9%, Action 9.7%, Anime 6.2%, Fantasy 3.6%
- #47 Immoral Shadows
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snowberg Studios
Windows
Immoral Shadows gathers the best 16 fighters around, showcasing their fighting abilities in 8 different stages and across 12 different game modes.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.9%, Beat 'em up 34.1%, Action 8.3%, Combat 5.4%, Fantasy 3.8%
- #48 Fine Line
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obsession
Windows
Meet the hardcore action-adventure about Eugene McPiggy — a pig, a cop, and a one-man crusade against crime in his city. Help the hero restore order by clearing the streets of thugs, junkies, and gangsters in our thrilling game — FINE LINE.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.8%, Beat 'em up 29.1%, RPG 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Action 7.5%
- #49 Muscles Over Magic
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyoto Crank
Windows
Muscles Over Magic is a 2D action-platformer, beat-em-up with a love story. As the only non-magic user in the Kingdom, earn your chance to marry the Princess by leaving no other suitor left standing. Which will prevail in the end? Muscles or Magic?
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30%, Beat 'em up 29.5%, Side Scroller 22%, Hand-drawn 6.4%, Action 4.6%
- #50 Crazy Flasher Series 2021
69% matchVery Positive88% of 2,791 reviews2021
Dev: Andy Law
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
The classic flash game series CrazyFlasher, which used to accompany young people, is packed by its author Andy law and uploaded to the world - famous game platform steam, which is convenient for players to collect.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.8%, Beat 'em up 28.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, RPG 10%, Action 8.7%
- #51 John Fox
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 9RatonesPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
John Fox is an elite warrior and super soldier who saved the leaders of various States. He was a professional mercenary who retired with honor. But now his beloved pet, Milo, has been killed. You have to avenge him!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.2%, Beat 'em up 25.8%, Martial Arts 23.1% ★, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action 3.7%
- #52 Night Slashers: Remake
68% 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.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.4%, 2D Fighter 32.6%, Side Scroller 19%, Combat 4.9%, 2D 4.7%
- #53 Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow
69% matchVery Positive86% of 722 reviews2015
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow is a fighting game that mixes elements of RPG, simulation and arcade, in an explosive combination to relieve the Beat'em up genre!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.4%, Martial Arts 25.7% ★, Beat 'em up 18.5%, RPG 8.8%, Action 4.6%
- #54 Dragon Puncher
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VITAMIN
Windows
Dragon Puncher is a single-player arcade-style action game designed to be a training tool for Street Fighter and 2D fighting game enthusiasts, and a well-rounded short game. About 15-20 minutes in length, players typically perform 50-75 dragon punch moves per play-through.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.1%, Beat 'em up 25.8%, Martial Arts 17.7% ★, Side Scroller 14.7%, Action 4.7%
- #55 Atlas Wars
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stone Shard Games
Windows · Linux
Join the epic world of Atlas Wars, a fast-paced skill-based multiplayer brawler! Choose unique heroes, master awesome abilities, and battle in crazy and unique arenas. Atlas Wars offers an action-packed brawl experience!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.7%, Beat 'em up 34%, Action 10.6%, Fantasy 5.4%, 2D 4.7%
- #56 Clobber Barons
66% 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 37.8%, Beat 'em up 32.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Action 9%, Combat 2.5%
- #57 RoHoEn Rumble
68% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: The Firebrand of Phoenix
Windows
A bold new legend begins! Play this side-scrolling beat-em-up based on the real RoHoEn in Phoenix Arizona.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.1%, Martial Arts 21.6% ★, Side Scroller 21.5%, Action 9.9%, 2D 5.1%
- #58 Gamma 19
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Technomancy Studios
Windows · Linux
Gamma 19 is an action RPG with beat 'em up battle mechanics. Punch and shoot your way through robots, worms, and creatures from another dimension in this strange new world!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Fighter 15.1%, Hand-drawn 9%, RPG 7.1%
- #59 Listen to the Wind
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 461 reviews2021
Dev: Papertiger StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
"Listen to the Wind" is a side-scrolling hack-and-slash game with counter attacks as the game's core mechanic. It takes pace during the Ming dynasty Jiajing era where you'll be battling Japanese pirates. It features unique martial art heroes and a story branching gameplay.
Why similar: Martial Arts 28.4% ★, 2D Fighter 19.5%, Beat 'em up 13.6%, Side Scroller 13%, Hand-drawn 11.5%
- #60 YOU ARE SUPER MEGA LEGEND PHOENIX
67% 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: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Beat 'em up 37%, Anime 7.5%, Action 6.5%, 2D 4.7%