- #1 RUMBLE DRAGON
97% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Hit the streets and pummel baddies in this classic handheld game inspired Beat 'Em Up! Fight solo or double up with a friend for local co-op!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, 2.5D 13.7%, Old School 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #2 Tales from Centropolis
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixelate Games
Windows · Mac
Tales From Centropolis follows the story of Price, a private detective in an alternate 1920s. Price finds himself on a case involving murder, industrial espionage, and his quest for a missing girl. The stakes continue to rise as he makes his way to the mega city of Centropolis, where answers await.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, Alternate History 15.4%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Detective 10.1%, Top-Down 8%
- #3 The Detective
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Particle Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Detective vintage game. Ask questions, search for clues, and items. Objects can tell stories too. In your notebook, you will mark who is lying and who is telling the truth.
Why similar: Detective 22.8%, Old School 19.3%, 1980s 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #4 Farewell to my Playground
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sloped Armour Games
Windows
A short atmospheric 2D beat 'em up about memory, friendship, and farewell, featuring pixel-art visuals, fast-paced combat, and a heartfelt journey through a school shaped by nostalgia.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.4%, Top-Down 12.7%, Old School 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 6.9%
- #5 Fallen Sin
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mimbis
Windows
A fast-paced hack and slash game featuring endless wave-based combat. Cut down hordes of relentless monsters as they grow stronger and more numerous with each passing wave. Master your combat abilities, chain devastating combos, and adapt your strategy to survive increasingly brutal encounters.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.1%, 2.5D 16.7%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 8%, Adventure 7.2%
- #6 CYNOROID GAIDEN
94% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Crush-vAdin
Windows
Free aiming plat-former!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.8%, Gore 22.3%, Old School 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 9%
- #7 Tank Battle Salvo
93% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: CANGYU CONCEPT
Windows
This is an action tank shooting game. It uses a 2D overwhelming perspective, a fresh half -pixel half -cartoon picture, and the horizontal/vertical adventure mode.
Why similar: Combat Racing 28.7% ★, Beat 'em up 28.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Top-Down 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #8 Ghost Dragon III
92% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Laurent CancéPub: LCF Prods
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hack'n'Slash in forgotten world.
Why similar: Combat Racing 31.7% ★, Beat 'em up 31.4%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Top-Down 7.7%, Action 7.4%
- #9 B.C. Bill (C64/Spectrum)
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this cartooney club-em-up, released in 1984 for home microcomputers by Imagine, take on the role of the titular B.C. Bill, a true paragon of prehistoric sensibilities, solving all his many issues with his versatile wooden club.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.3%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Retro 11.9%, 1980s 11.4%, Old School 11.3%
- #10 Tummy Bonbons The Sweet Monster
91% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: PUNKCAKE Délicieux
Windows · Mac · Linux
It is Halloween and Tummy the monster is hungry. Time to scare children and steal their candy!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.6%, Old School 19%, Top-Down 9.1%, Retro 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #11 Snakes with Fists!
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Green Guy Blue Guy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Snakes with Fists is a retro-inspired beat ’em up RPG where you punch, parry, and brawl through Morbat City. Use combos, parries, and unleash finishing punches! Battle Crawlers and Knucklehead enemies solo or in co-op. Upgrade stats, unlock buffs, and fight to uncover the truth behind Nexis Corp.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.3%, 2.5D 17.4%, 1980s 11.4%, Old School 9.2%, Top-Down 8.7%
- #12 Maiden Cops
89% matchVery Positive87% of 317 reviews2024
Dev: Pippin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Maiden Cops is a Beat'em Up full of classic, arcade-style action and ass kicking. Choose among the gorgeous Maiden Cops policewomen, tackle crime in Maiden City and enjoy premium-level pixel art and a breathtaking soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.3%, Combat Racing 27.6% ★, 2.5D 16%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Retro 6.8%
- #13 Baker Bros's Quarantine
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Benetnasch
Windows
What would you do if everyone in your town decided to eat you? And no... it's not what you're imagining. Fight for your survival against an army of cannibals and try to escape this nightmare. A journey full of action and comedy, exclusively for adults.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.4%, Politics 14.9% ★, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Top-Down 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #14 Miko Funk
88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Blaze Epic
Windows
Throughout the pseudo 8-bit beat-em-up called Miko Funk, players will fight various enemies in a manner highly influenced by modern melee combat games from a quasi top-down/isometric perspective. Beyond battling, players will also encounter stealth and puzzle sections.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.1%, Old School 12%, Top-Down 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #15 KAAZ - Featuring Akilah & Zak
87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Karim HadjSalemPub: KAAZ LLC
Windows
A top down, action-adventure NES game follows the journey of two kids through their imagination. Get your weapons and fight your way through to find out what's wrong with your world.
Why similar: Old School 27.8%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Retro 13.6%, Top-Down 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #16 HAUNTED: Halloween '87 (Year of the Witch)
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Retrotainment Games
Windows
Possum Hollow is once again under seige in this spooky, action platformer loaded with beat-em-up combat, killer combos, and pixelated zombies. Donny and Tami must work together to defeat the haunted hordes and find the witch who cursed their town. Do you have what it takes to save Possum Hollow?!?!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.8%, 1980s 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Old School 10.7%, Action 8.7%
- #17 Umbrella Girl
86% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: JunHo KimPub: MiriMiri
Windows
Umbrella Girl is a 2D belt-scroll action adventure game. You can enjoy various actions through the character's type transformation, and become the main character to free citizens from acid rain.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.4%, 2.5D 22.7%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 10.4%, Adventure 3.2%
- #18 Mushi Mansion
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: YamiToast
Windows
A survival horror game with a focus on combat about escaping a property swarming with huge, deadly bugs.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 52%, 2.5D 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Action 6.3%
- #19 AStation
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tawus Games
Windows
Astation is a digital game console that takes inspiration from the retro 999-in-1 cartridges. Dive into the world of Astation to discover a wide variety of games!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.9%, Old School 19%, 1980s 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Retro 8.5%
- #20 The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games
82% matchVery Positive98% of 99 reviews2025
Dev: System 3 Software
Windows
A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, 1980s 14.4%, 2.5D 13.6%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Retro 7.1%
- #21 Magnifikos
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Akai Studio Games
Windows
MAGNIFIKOS: Step into the chaotic circus! This retro beat 'em up is your ticket to smashing a bizarre clown posse terrorizing the streets. Wield a variety of weapons and items to fight robot-zombie-clowns and creatures even more grotesque.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.4%, 1980s 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Top-Down 11%, Retro 8.2%
- #22 Hard Steel
83% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Prestige Games
Windows
Jump to the arena with your robot and show who's boss... watch out for traps, losing is easy but winning is not!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.6%, Combat Racing 21.4% ★, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Action 6.8%, Adventure 5.6%
- #23 River City: Rival Showdown
82% matchMixed53% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
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 37.6%, Old School 15.7%, 1980s 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action-Adventure 10.5%
- #24 The Big Below
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Steve Aucott
Windows
Take on the role of a little gnome exploring twisting, secret-filled dungeons in this retro, top-down adventure game.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 17.9%, 1980s 16.1%, Old School 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Top-Down 12.6%
- #25 Veredilia: The Sacred Forest
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gigabyte Studios
Windows
Discover the large forest of Veredilia with three different characters as you fight your way like a pro in your quest to save The Sacred Forest from impending doom in this 2D bloody combat action platformer.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.1%, Old School 12.9%, Action 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Adventure 9%
- #26 Green Dragon/グリーンドラゴン
81% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: F-GamesPub: JTS Development
Windows · Mac
Tougo is a distinguished martial artist recruited by a British intelligence agency takes part in a fierce fight against mysterious Cannabis drugs lord Taito, who is also responsible for Dee's fathers death. Together with agent Alice they discover the drug lair situated at an urban city...
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.3%, 2.5D 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Retro 8%, Old School 5.6%
- #27 Beef Street
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Exquisite Trash Club
Windows · Mac · Linux
A roguelite love letter to the beat em ups of yore
Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.8%, Old School 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 9.1%, 2D 7.1%
- #28 Lunebug
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shockah
Windows
Lunebug is a 2.5D adventure game full of wonder, bugs, flying-cars, and determination to get your driver's license.
Why similar: Combat Racing 41.5% ★, 2.5D 18.6%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #29 王国的坚盾
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magic.D
Windows
这是一款横版卷轴清版闯关的即时动作游戏,你将扮演一名王国的普通士兵,从维护治安到保护王国要员最后守护国家,成为王国最坚强的盾牌。
Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Action 6.3%, Adventure 6%
- #30 Nothing Left: Give Up
79% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: WU HONG LIN
Windows
Legend has it that in the far east, there is a golden tree that produces golden fruits, and there are constantly explorers embarking on this arduous and challenging journey in search of the legendary golden tree. Explorers please be careful of the rough sea, once stepped into will never be recovered
Why similar: 2.5D 34%, Action-Adventure 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Adventure 14.4%, Action 13.1%
- #31 L-Racers
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Pole Pig Productions
Windows
L-Racers is a minimalistic, retro, 1980s arcade-style old school game where you go head-to-head against another player (CPU or human) and be the last racer alive.
Why similar: Combat Racing 53.3% ★, 1980s 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 7.7%, Retro 6.6%
- #32 Soup Adventure
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Green Lentille
Windows
A little boy runs errands for his grandma and embarks on an imaginary adventure full of dungeons, monsters to retrieve ingredients for tonight's soup.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 18.1%, Old School 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Top-Down 13.4%, Action 10.8%
- #33 Saga of the Moon Priestess
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 38 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel TrashPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Explore a mystical world in classic top-down style and save the kidnapped prince! Saga of the Moon Priestess is a retro top-down action-adventure inspired by 8-bit and 16-bit classics.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 21.2%, Top-Down 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Old School 14.1%, 1980s 12.9%
- #34 Pedro (C64/Spectrum)
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this cartoony arcade game, released in 1984 for home microcomputers, take on the role of the titular Pedro, a frustrated gardener trying desperately to protect his precious flower garden from invading animals.
Why similar: 2.5D 30.2%, 1980s 16%, Old School 15.3%, Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%
- #35 Beat 'Em Up Collection (QUByte Classics)
74% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
A collection of seven retro beat 'em ups with enhanced features like rewind, cheats, screen filters, and more!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Retro 10.4%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 6.8%
- #36 4Tacos
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Tlacuache Estudios Game Develop
Windows
Help Mr. PG and Cleto the goose to protect the Divine Taco from the dinosaurs, in this game inspired by the beat em up of the 90s, use special powers, travel the streets of the distant nation Tacotitlan, know its folklore, its food and its secrets.
Why similar: Politics 34.8% ★, Old School 18.1%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Action 5.1%
- #37 REDLINE CROOKS
73% matchVery Positive99% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: Alexander Golke
Windows · Linux
REDLINE CROOKS is a fast-paced roguelite combat racing game in which you destroy cops, walls and possibly yourself in a chaotic pursuit of freedom and riches. Upgrade, Slam, Taunt and Boost your way out of imprisonment through the lawless roads that lie ahead, and you may find personal absolution.
Why similar: Combat Racing 38.2% ★, Beat 'em up 28.9%, 2.5D 14.1%, Top-Down 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
- #38 The friends of Ringo Ishikawa
74% matchVery Positive89% of 3,068 reviews2018
Dev: yeo
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A highschool gang leader Ringo Ishikawa trying to live through his last autumn before graduation. With his best friends.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 1980s 12.3%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Retro 8%
- #39 FIST OF AWESOME
75% matchMixed61% of 363 reviews2014
Dev: I Fight Bears
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Ever wanted to punch a bear IN THE MOUTH? FIST OF AWESOME asks the eternal question "what would happen if bears took over the world?" and answers it with the epic tale of a lumberjack travelling through time punching bears in the face to save humanity.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 63.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Action 10%, Adventure 8.5%
- #40 Bud Spencer & Terence Hill - Slaps And Beans
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,971 reviews2018
Dev: Trinity TeamPub: Buddy Productions GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill
Why similar: Beat 'em up 65.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Retro 9.3%, Action 5.6%, Adventure 4.6%
- #41 Ognisco
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Gaido Hermenegild
Windows
Ognisco is a short (1 - 2 hours ), top-down "search action adventure" game inspired by the games of 8-bit era. Your goal is to defeat all the bosses. To do it, you need to explore the world, find new skills, upgrades and secrets. If you're nostalgic for retro gaming, Ognisco is for you!
Why similar: Old School 27.3%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Retro 14.2%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #42 Spectral Trail
72% match6 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: LGV
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this pseudo-3D action FPS, try to survive a maze full of ghosts in your search for the Seven Rings of Xeoncor.
Why similar: 2.5D 27.4%, Old School 23.2%, Action-Adventure 13%, Retro 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #43 WILD-9
72% matchPositive90% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Wild-9 is a short robot cowboy adventure.
Why similar: Combat Racing 41.7% ★, 2.5D 17.4%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #44 Rasta Santa
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deluxe Studios
Windows · Mac
You’re Rasta Santa, an undercover cop disguised as Santa, waging war on traffickers. Shoot, slash, raid hideouts, rescue children, and defend the orphanage in a high-skill 2D action-platformer.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.5%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Action 10%, Old School 9.4%, Adventure 9.1%
- #45 PrismNeedle
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Rodolpho Andreazza Marinho
Windows · Linux
PrismNeedle is a Roguelike Survivors game where you can take control of living magical helmets and fight waves of enemies using unique swords and upgrades.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.5%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Top-Down 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Action 6.4%
- #46 Combustion
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Retro DungeonPub: 3D Realms
Windows
From the bygone days of 1997, Combustion is a dieselpunk Action RPG inspired by classics of the PSX-era. As rookie cop Calico, you must restore order as a mastermind serial-killer sends a wave of terror across the city.
Why similar: Detective 18.5%, 2.5D 17.6%, Combat Racing 16.3% ★, 1980s 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.9%
- #47 Wake Up Kid
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Victor STEIMBERG
Windows
A fast-paced 2.5D top-down shooter blending the brutal action of Doom and Hotline Miami. Play as Bláinn, a mischievous demon invading nightmares to battle bullies and uncover a dark conspiracy. Shoot, slash, and unleash supernatural powers in surreal dreamscapes.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46%, 2.5D 22.7%, Gore 11.4%, Action 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #48 Ruff City
70% matchPositive96% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Jason Marrero
Windows · Mac
Grab a friend and dog pile on foes in the action packed 2D adventure!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.5%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Old School 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 6.9%
- #49 Wendigo Blue
67% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: EndlessFluff
Windows
Action-packed 2D beat-em-up with intense boss battles and a large variety of customizable equipment and skills. Up to 4 players with local co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.3%, Old School 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Retro 7.9%, Action 7%
- #50 Sotidrokhima
69% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: AcroGames
Windows
Sotidrokhima is a story-driven top-down hack-and-slash game with first-person elements. Set in mid-13th century Finland, the eponymous folk hero must rise against oppressors from across the sea to save his people, while dealing with a personal vendetta as well as his own mysterious heritage.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.5%, Action-Adventure 17.1%, Top-Down 11.2%, Action 10.6%, Adventure 9.6%
- #51 Mad King Redemption
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SECRET MISSIONPub: Pixel Doors
Windows
Mad King Redemption is a unique blend of a traditional beat'em'up game with strong roguelite progression, mixed in a pixelated graphic style in a 2.5D world. Relieve the king from his madness while beating up corrupted enemies, in a fresh way at every run!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.8%, 2.5D 19.7%, Old School 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Action-Adventure 8.6%
- #52 Planet Hero
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: TolaTolaGames
Windows
Planet Hero - A game in a physical world where the player must push planets and unite them with each other, collecting stars from meteor impacts on planets and getting stronger and stronger to move huge planets.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 67.5%, Top-Down 18.1%, 2D 7.5%, Action 4.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #53 Super Cars (Amiga/C64/CPC/Spectrum)
68% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Magnetic FieldsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this top-down combat racer from 1990, take the wheel of a high-powered super car in an all-out deadly race. Use your prize money from a series of dangerous, high-octane races to upgrade your car, adding everything from a turbocharger to missiles!
Why similar: Combat Racing 47.3% ★, Top-Down 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Retro 10.9%, Old School 7.5%
- #54 Rock Zombie
70% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2014
Dev: Miguel G. CorcheroPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 46.9%, Gore 34.1%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 8.8%
- #55 Awakening
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BehnderPub: NiceTry
Windows
Put an end to the chaos in this 2D action platformer! Engage in hand-to-hand combat against the gangs of Everseam, earn upgrades, and take down bosses vying for control of the city
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.5%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, 1980s 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 6.7%
- #56 Samurai Stratagem
66% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Anarky Games
Windows
Samurai Stratagem is a fast-paced, twitch-reflex action game where every input is a strike, every mistake a wound. Face five deadly samurai in one-on-one battles, each more brutal than the last. React to directional prompts, dodge feints, master holds and double taps, and unleash flawless combos.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.8%, 1980s 14.9%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Old School 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #57 Bean Story
68% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Karubeften
Windows
A horror strategy survivor with action and fast Movement Required game. You have a sword which you use to kill enemies and proceed with the story. The goal of the game is to find a way out, survive and find information about your disappearance The game is mostly a wave suvivor game with a story.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.3%, Combat Racing 37.2% ★, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Action 6%, Adventure 5.7%
- #58 6 Feet Behind
68% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: ApeHardware
Windows · Linux
Your pursuer is your only weapon.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.3%, 2.5D 27.2%, Top-Down 11.9%, Action 6.5%, 2D 5.8%
- #59 Takeover 2
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Take to the streets solo or with a partner in this fast paced, high-impact arcade beat ’em up. Takeover returns with refined gameplay, upgraded visuals and a pulse-pounding new soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.6%, 2.5D 22.9%, Old School 16%, 1980s 6.5%, Retro 6.1%
- #60 Road Frog
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for home microcomputers by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, guide a small frog across a busy road, then across logs floating in a river, to reach safety on the other side.
Why similar: Top-Down 19%, Retro 16.5%, 1980s 16.3%, Old School 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%