Games Like Double Dragon: Neon

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 57.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Co-op 4.4%, Local Multiplayer 4.2%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the gold standard for modern beat-'em-ups, featuring a stellar soundtrack and fluid combat that rivals the energy of Neon.

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 75.2%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Arcade 5.5%, Local Co-Op 4.3%, Action 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the classic arcade co-op experience with a vibrant, modern aesthetic and tight controls.

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 60.7%, Great Soundtrack 14%, Co-op 7.5%, Local Co-Op 4.7%, Local Multiplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the colorful, punk-rock attitude and humorous tone that makes Double Dragon: Neon so memorable.

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 56.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Co-op 8%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%, Online Co-Op 5%

Why You'll Like It: The pixel-art style and incredible chiptune soundtrack evoke the same retro-loving spirit found in Neon.

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 57.4%, Side Scroller 10%, Local Co-Op 8.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Co-op 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, roguelite-inspired take on the franchise that respects the series' roots while adding fresh mechanics.

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 45.2%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Classic 6.6% ★, Local Co-Op 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers deep, skill-based combat mechanics that will satisfy players looking for a more technical arcade challenge.

Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 69.9%, Co-op 7.4%, Arcade 6.1%, Classic 6% ★, Retro 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A collection of essential arcade classics that defined the genre and influenced games like Double Dragon: Neon.

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 48%, Co-op 11.9%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Arcade 6.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern urban fantasy brawler that uses a comic-book aesthetic to deliver a fresh take on classic side-scrolling action.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.1%, Co-op 16.8%, Local Multiplayer 7.6%, Online Co-Op 7.3%, Local Co-Op 7%

Why You'll Like It: This title matches the humorous, co-op-focused gameplay and chaotic fun of the beat-'em-up genre.

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 59%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Co-op 10.7%, Local Co-Op 4.6%, Retro 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a grittier, synth-heavy, and visceral experience for those who enjoy high-octane brawling.

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 53.6%, Co-op 16.6%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Arcade 5.7%, Retro 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features fast-paced, chaotic, and colorful combat that feels like a high-octane Saturday morning cartoon.

The original epic introduction to the eternal KUNG FURY beat ‘em up saga. New stages, and the Hackademy. Both THE ARCADE STRIKES BACK and the A DAY AT THE BEACH campaign.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.6%, 1980s 19.7%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Arcade 7.7%, Retro 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into the same 80s cheese and arcade-style action that defines the Neon experience.

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 72.6%, Side Scroller 4.8%, Arcade 4.7%, Local Co-Op 4.3%, Classic 3.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the 90s arcade aesthetic with high-quality pre-rendered visuals and punchy combat.

A groundbreaking, uber-popular game upon its arcade debut in 1987. Double Dragon is the undisputed godfather of co-op beat ‘em up.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56%, Arcade 8.9%, Retro 6.5%, Local Co-Op 5.1%, Co-op 5%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive way to experience the classic games that started the legendary series.

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 60.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Co-op 12.4%, Action 3.8%, Side Scroller 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This punk-rock-themed beat-'em-up emphasizes co-op play and a distinct, edgy visual style.

A hard-hitting action packed beat ‘em up in the vein of classic arcade titles. Featuring stunning pixel art and a thumping soundtrack with exclusive tracks from Utah Saints! Brawl with bad dudes and tough girls as you fight through dangerous environments.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 76.5%, Arcade 8.3%, Side Scroller 5.8%, Action 4.9%, Fighting 3.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, no-nonsense arcade brawler that prioritizes tight, responsive combat mechanics.

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 69.8%, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Action 5.7%, Local Co-Op 5.4%, Indie 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: The high-energy soundtrack and fast-paced, aggressive combat style make it a perfect companion to Neon.

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara brings reworkings of two of Capcom’s classic arcade hits - Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom and Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow over Mystara – together in one definitive digital package.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.7%, Arcade 7%, Co-op 6.2%, Local Co-Op 5.2%, Classic 4.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade experience that adds depth through character classes and magical abilities.

The classical side-scroll action game, "Double Dragon" series' newest sequel! A new legend begins!!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.6%, Action 10.5%, Retro 9.4%, Classic 5.8% ★, Side Scroller 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A direct, retro-styled sequel that keeps the traditional side-scrolling action intact.

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 64.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Local Co-Op 8%, Co-op 6.1%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized, cinematic brawler that focuses on brutal, fast-paced action.

The crown jewel of the Double Dragon series gets a highly anticipated revival! Experience familiar enemies and stages from throughout the series!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 72%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Action 7.9%, Local Co-Op 5.9%, 2D 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, classic-style entry that remains one of the best traditional Double Dragon experiences.

Coffee Crisis is an neo-rogue brawler that puts you in the shoes of the only baristas on Earth with enough heavy metal in their veins to fend off an alien assault. Play solo or join up with a friend to fight across eight locations ranging from your Coffee House HQ to the far reaches of outer space.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.3%, Co-op 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Action 8.7%, Side Scroller 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A heavy-metal-themed arcade brawler that matches the quirky, high-energy vibe of the seed game.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection contains thirteen prior released classic games. This collection is a great place for gamers to experience these popular titles on Steam.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.6%, Co-op 11.5%, Arcade 8.3%, Retro 7.7%, 1980s 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: An essential archive of retro arcade and console titles that defined the genre's history.

A former member of the criminal underworld is lured back into “the life” by a mysterious drone claiming they have until sunrise to prevent a citywide criminal takeover together.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 73.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Fighting 8.3% ★, Action 5.8%, Indie 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, stylish, and high-octane brawler that emphasizes fluid movement and cinematic combat.

"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 48.7%, 1980s 16.2%, Side Scroller 6.8%, Retro 6.3%, Local Co-Op 5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, pixel-art beat-'em-up that pays homage to the classic games of the 80s and 90s.

Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.8%, Co-op 18%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Action 4%

Why You'll Like It: While it adds platforming, the fluid combat and vibrant, stylized world make it a great fit for brawler fans.

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 46.7%, Co-op 13.9%, Side Scroller 6.7%, Local Co-Op 6.6%, Arcade 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, classic-style brawler that feels like a love letter to the golden era of arcade games.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.2%, 1980s 17.2%, Co-op 8.8%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style brawler that focuses on simple, satisfying combat loops.

Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 52.8%, Co-op 11%, Local Multiplayer 7.9%, Local Co-Op 7%, Retro 6.3%

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 63.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Co-op 6.6%, Side Scroller 5.3%, Local Co-Op 4.6%

• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.1%, Co-op 26.8%, Fighting 10.5% ★, Action 6.6%, Side Scroller 5%

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 57.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Co-op 8.7%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 6.5%

Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.2%, Co-op 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Local Co-Op 7.5%, Side Scroller 5.7%

Big Action Mega Fight! is a classic single player beat 'em up/brawler with a modern twist! Hilarious 2D cartoon combat inspired by Streets of Rage, Final Fight, Turtles in Time and Battletoads. Blast your way through levels filled with luscious art and unforgettable enemies. How fast can you SMASH?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 69.1%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Action 6%, Fighting 4.3% ★, Indie 2.2%

Yo Joe! Cobra returns once again with its most fiendish plot yet and it's up to G.I. Joe to defeat them once more! Pick one of the real American heroes, gear up, and get straight into the fight in this retro side-scrolling beat 'em up - and make Cobra RETREAT yet again!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.4%, Co-op 15.5%, 1980s 12.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%, Side Scroller 6.8%

A timeless classic

Why similar: Beat 'em up 48%, Co-op 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%, Action 6.1%

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 55.2%, 1980s 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Co-op 7.4%, Action 4%

Taking its inspiration from ancient Chinese tales of revenge and retribution and then adding a dash of over-the-top martial arts and old school arcade fun, Kung Fu Strike features 28 stages of fast-paced combo-based fighting.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 67%, Co-op 7.9%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, Fighting 6.6% ★, Action 6.5%

River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 57%, 1980s 17.7%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Online Co-Op 6.6%, Action 4.2%

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.2%, Retro 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 16.1%, Arcade 13.6%, Local Co-Op 13.5%

In Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind, the team faces off against a robotic reincarnation of the Power Rangers' long-time nemesis. Robo Rita has conjured a portal to send herself back in time so she can finally vanquish the Power Rangers by forming an alliance with her younger self.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.9%, Co-op 10.4%, Arcade 8%, Local Co-Op 5.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%

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 47%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Co-op 9.7%, Arcade 5.4%, Side Scroller 5.4%

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 57.5%, Co-op 9.3%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 6.2%

Classic side-scrolling gameplay is reporting back for duty with Bionic Commando Rearmed, a remake of the classic NES game, out now on PC.20 years after the 8-bit classic was released, Bionic Commando Rearmed recreates the world of the original with a complete "2.5D" visual revamp.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.6%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Co-op 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Action 11%

The world-famous Double Dragon roars back to life!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 64.7%, 1980s 20.6%, Arcade 9.8%, Action 4.9%

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 71%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Co-op 7.6%, Online Co-Op 4%, Action 4%

“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Co-op 20.5%, Classic 18.8% ★, Arcade 17%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%

The legendary 3D beat 'em up is back: Fighting Force!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 64%, Local Co-Op 9.7%, Co-op 9.4%, Retro 5.9%, Action 5.2%

Alluring audio! Pixel art perfection! Beat-em up beauty! Discover how hard a 32,000kg ninja hits with The Ninja Saviours!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.6%, Side Scroller 21%, Arcade 16.9%, Co-op 15.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%

The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 68.6%, Co-op 9.9%, Side Scroller 6.8%, Local Co-Op 6.5%, Action 5.6%

Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53%, Co-op 17.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Local Co-Op 8.6%, Arcade 7.8%

The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.7%, Retro 6.4%, Action 6%, Classic 5.2% ★, Fighting 5.2% ★

"Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate" is a side-scrolling beat-'em-up with the heart of a fighting game, showcasing nostalgic pixel art and the latest cross-platform online multiplayer. Experience the biggest and most expansive entry in the "Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds" series to date!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Local Co-Op 7.6%, Co-op 7.3%

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 46.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Retro 14.1%, Action 11.3%, Platformer 5.4%

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: Great Soundtrack 45.9%, Fighting 25% ★, Arcade 12%, Action 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 7.9%

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 53.6%, Co-op 16.6%, Online Co-Op 6.8%, Side Scroller 6.7%, Local Co-Op 6.6%

A century after the legendary boy Noitu Love saved the world from the evil Darns, they rise again, but in a chaos of time-bending mayhem!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.9%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Action 7.2%, Side Scroller 6.9%, Arcade 3.2%

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 59.3%, Side Scroller 10%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Arcade 7.9%, Retro 7.9%

LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.9%, Co-op 16.2%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.2%, Fighting 5.4% ★