60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Martial Arts, Beat 'em up, 2D.
Side-scrolling, fast-paced, action-packed karate game with multiple levels. Scoring based on health and time to complete.
The Way of the Tiger (CPC/Spectrum)
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games
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.
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
Why similar: Martial Arts 30.8% ★, Ninja 28.6% ★, Beat 'em up 18.1%, 2D Fighter 5.3%, Retro 5.2%
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: Ninja 31.7% ★, Beat 'em up 18.8%, Martial Arts 17.1% ★, 2.5D 10.4%, 1980s 9.8%
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: Martial Arts 23.6% ★, Ninja 22.2% ★, Beat 'em up 17.2%, 2D Fighter 8.5%, 1980s 8.4%
Ninja Scroller is a challenging pixel art action runner game with a retro gaming vibe, where you will face ninjas, wolves and tornadoes.You have to collect the 100 Shadow Scrolls and defeat the Guardians, Ninjas and Wolves, within the time limit.
Why similar: Ninja 33.1% ★, Martial Arts 32.6% ★, 1980s 9.7%, Old School 6.1%, Side Scroller 5.7%
Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.
Why similar: Ninja 49.5% ★, Martial Arts 21.7% ★, Beat 'em up 17.1%, Action 5.9%, Retro 5.4%
Find the stolen Scrolls of Kettsuin and avenge your father's death in this top-down action game set in the world of the Way of the Tiger gamebook series, originally released in 1986. Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Ninja 45.7% ★, Martial Arts 31.4% ★, Retro 7.4%, 1980s 6.4%, Action 4.9%
1v1 Fighting. Ninjas, Pirates, Robots, Aliens and more. Import Your Own Characters!
Why similar: Ninja 30.3% ★, Martial Arts 29.5% ★, Beat 'em up 15.8%, 2.5D 8.3%, 2D Fighter 7.7%
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: Martial Arts 32.1% ★, Ninja 30.3% ★, Beat 'em up 18%, Side Scroller 8.5%, 2D Fighter 8.1%
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 26.4%, Martial Arts 24.5% ★, 2.5D 14.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%, 1980s 9.2%
Japanese female shaman fight against "yokai"! This is a shooting action game!
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.3% ★, Ninja 24.6% ★, Beat 'em up 19.6%, Side Scroller 9.7%, 1980s 7.8%
Shadow Gangs is an arcade style ninja action game. Live The Legend Of Dan The Crimson Ninja.
Why similar: Ninja 57.4% ★, Beat 'em up 15.3%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Action 6.6%, 1980s 6.6%
Payback Time pays homage to retro side-scrolling beat 'em ups, with its old-school graphics and music. A dangerous and powerful crime syndicate has taken over the city and the citizens need your help.
Why similar: Ninja 27.2% ★, Beat 'em up 24.5%, Martial Arts 14.5% ★, Action 8.9%, 2D Fighter 8.5%
Detective Donut is at the sacred Shao-Lu temple, which preserves the ancient martial art of Kung-Funghi. Complete the objectives to progress through the ranks and win the coveted black belt! Oh, and watch out for the wasps...
Why similar: Martial Arts 38.2% ★, Ninja 22.7% ★, 2.5D 19.2%, 1980s 10.3%, Retro 5%
Battle warriors, demons, and beasts in a pixel art Japanese fantasy world! Fast-paced 2D sidescrolling ninja action awaits as you avenge the fallen and defend your home against the deceitful warlord Nezumo and his demonic master, Mathonas.
Why similar: Ninja 51.4% ★, Beat 'em up 22.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Action 7.3%, Old School 4.7%
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: Martial Arts 31.6% ★, Beat 'em up 26.8%, 2D Fighter 11%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Action 8.9%
The continuation of the Shaolin vs Wutang series, this game is yet another indie love letter to martial arts and classic Kung Fu films. Designed for casual gaming fans, it’s not aimed at hardcore fighting game players.
Why similar: Martial Arts 25.9% ★, Beat 'em up 21.3%, 2.5D 15%, 2D Fighter 11.5%, 1980s 9.2%
You’re the last fire master, fighting an evil army who threaten to bring back an ancient being from hell. Punch, kick, uppercut and flame your way through legions of soldiers while exploring an open world filled with secrets and hidden codes to unlock, or with a buddy in splitscreen.
Why similar: Martial Arts 46.6% ★, Ninja 36.4% ★, Beat 'em up 10.1%, Retro 3.7%, Action 3.2%
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: Martial Arts 23.6% ★, Beat 'em up 23.5%, 2.5D 18.4%, 2D Fighter 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%
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: Martial Arts 37.1% ★, Beat 'em up 20.8%, 2.5D 15.4%, Side Scroller 10.6%, 2D Fighter 9.1%
When whack-a-mole meets Ninjas. Discover "Whack A Ninja", an arcade-type indie game created by Chris Braibant. Beat all the ninjas in this intense, action-packed game, in the pursuit of the best score and sadistic pleasure of experimenting with all the ways to eliminate those cowled suckers.
Why similar: Ninja 36.7% ★, Martial Arts 30.5% ★, Beat 'em up 18.2%, 2.5D 11.4%, Action 3.1%
Albacete Warrior is a hysterical beat ‘em up where you will be cockslapping your way through Benito’s Bizarre Adventure, the spanish ninja, his pal Pepito, the chicken and his sensei… Paco. You can play alone or with a friend locally.
Why similar: Martial Arts 28.4% ★, Ninja 20.9% ★, Beat 'em up 20.9%, 2.5D 15.9%, Side Scroller 9.4%
Ninja Specialist is a visual novel utilizing real-life actors. As Joe Kage, the last surviving member of an elite fighting force, you will have to brave the shadows of your own past and rise against the deadly Ninja Empire to obtain the Supreme Ninja Power.
Why similar: Martial Arts 36.2% ★, Ninja 31.6% ★, 1980s 13%, Old School 7.9%, Beat 'em up 6.4%
EIGHT DRAGONS is an old-school scrolling beat-'em-up for up to eight players! Can you defeat the criminal gangs ruling the city and stop MR BIG?
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.2% ★, Beat 'em up 19.5%, 2.5D 14.8%, Side Scroller 9.7%, 2D Fighter 8.3%
One button fighting game inspired by the classics.
Why similar: Martial Arts 59.9% ★, 2D Fighter 13.6%, 1980s 8.8%, Old School 6.9%, Action 6.4%
Shukuchi Ninja is a fast-paced, high intensity arcade game with unique controls
Why similar: Martial Arts 58.3% ★, Ninja 33.1% ★, Action 8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
This is an exciting "NINJA" action game with a 16-bit taste!
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.6% ★, Ninja 33.2% ★, Beat 'em up 20.1%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Action 2.9%
Join the Turtle brothers straight from the sewers and slide into this new adventure of shell-shocking proportions!
Why similar: Martial Arts 43.6% ★, Ninja 26.9% ★, Beat 'em up 24.9%, Action 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.1%
The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.
Why similar: Ninja 34.6% ★, Martial Arts 31.7% ★, Beat 'em up 18.1%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Retro 3.9%
City of Rampage is an intense 2D action-brawler inspired by "Comix Zone" and "Streets of Rage", featuring advanced fighting mechanics, with tough enemies and even tougher bosses. With hand-drawn graphics and dope soundtracks you will enjoy every moment of your struggle through City of Rampage!
Why similar: Martial Arts 32.6% ★, Ninja 29.4% ★, Beat 'em up 19.6%, 2D Fighter 7.3%, Side Scroller 7.3%
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: Martial Arts 27.9% ★, Beat 'em up 27.3%, 2D Fighter 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Action 9.2%
A bold new legend begins! Play this side-scrolling beat-em-up based on the real RoHoEn in Phoenix Arizona.
Why similar: Martial Arts 36% ★, Beat 'em up 34.2%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Action 10.4%, Retro 4.2%
Fast chaotic and full of attitude, Mexican Ninja is a 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up where you carve through Narkuzas in Nuevo Tokyo with tight combos, wild spirit powers and Mexican Jutsus. Slice, dodge, upgrade and become the one and only Mexican Ninja.
Why similar: Ninja 39.5% ★, Beat 'em up 23%, 2.5D 16.7%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Old School 5.4%
Bring some classics from the 80s and 90s back to your home PC—as remakes.
Why similar: Ninja 31.7% ★, Martial Arts 19.6% ★, 1980s 13.7%, Sports 9.2%, Retro 7.8%
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: Martial Arts 43.6% ★, Beat 'em up 15.7%, 2D Fighter 14.4%, 1980s 11.5%, Sports 9.9%
A unique ninja action game that's easy to clear but hard to master—featuring huge jumps inspired by The Legend of Kage and a combo-based scoring system where you spend points to unleash powerful skills.
Why similar: Ninja 62.3% ★, 1980s 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 9%, Singleplayer 0.6%
This game serves as a demonstration of a new approach to 2D fighting game development. All distracting elements were stripped away, creating a single dimension of play that forces players to rely on their fight mechanics and read the opponents' movements rather than mash buttons.
Why similar: Martial Arts 45.6% ★, Ninja 18.8% ★, 2.5D 17.1%, 2D Fighter 13%, Action 4.8%
America's most popular online ninja family's first video game is here! NINJA KIDZ: TIME MASTERS is a colourful action adventure for the whole family where you can play alone or together with friends. Rescue the 3 greatest martial arts masters kidnapped by Dr. Disaster.
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.7% ★, Ninja 26.6% ★, Beat 'em up 21.7%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Action 4.9%
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: Martial Arts 27.7% ★, Ninja 26.3% ★, Beat 'em up 20.4%, 1980s 9.4%, Side Scroller 8.9%
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 32.2%, Ninja 26.7% ★, Martial Arts 26.1% ★, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action 2.9%
Shobatsu is a fast-paced 2d action brawler featuring combo intensive combat set in neo-feudal Japan. Choose among 4 highly skilled ninjas who must overcome hordes of nefarious cultists and cursed abominations. Face the challenge in the single-player modes or invite a friend for the local co-op mode.
Why similar: Ninja 35.6% ★, Martial Arts 27.4% ★, Beat 'em up 25.7%, Action 5.3%, Retro 4.2%
Two shinobis race against each other to recover stolen items and escape a Japanese castle, using their wits and tricks to outsmart the opponent. Retro split-screen duel arcade game using pixel art in 3D.
Why similar: Ninja 36.3% ★, Martial Arts 30.7% ★, 2.5D 13.2%, 1980s 10.3%, Old School 6.1%
Old school 3D Beat-Em-Up Action! Use your wits, reflexes and environment to take on the ruthless gangs of Breakneck City!
Why similar: Martial Arts 37% ★, Ninja 27.3% ★, Beat 'em up 22%, Old School 5.6%, Retro 4.7%
Deadly Metropolis is an intense, fast paced beat 'em up that takes the genre to brutal new heights. The deadliest era is here, a battle rages in the depths of Neo Babylos! Are you ready?!
Why similar: Martial Arts 35.7% ★, Beat 'em up 28.2%, 2.5D 22.4%, Action 8.6%, Retro 4.7%
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: Martial Arts 26.8% ★, Beat 'em up 25%, Ninja 22.2% ★, 2D Fighter 13%, Action 8.4%
SUPER MU is an original Shoot 'em Up. Through the 7 levels, face your enemies, become stronger and fight for your destiny.
Why similar: Ninja 46.9% ★, Martial Arts 38.6% ★, Action 9.8%, Linear 4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Shadow of the Orient is a 2d pixel art action platformer where you play as a young warrior named Xiaolang who must venture across the orient fighting hordes of Samurai warriors and mythical creatures in an attempt to rescue the kidnapped children of the orient and face off against the dark lord.
Why similar: Martial Arts 33.8% ★, Ninja 28.7% ★, Beat 'em up 28.3%, Action 7%, Linear 2%
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: Beat 'em up 28.3%, 2.5D 18.8%, 2D Fighter 14%, Side Scroller 12.6%, 1980s 10%
Save the city from rampant ghosts, and give it back to its people! An exciting new ninja action game!
Why similar: Ninja 57% ★, Beat 'em up 30.5%, Action 6.7%, Side Scroller 4.7%, Singleplayer 1%
Capoeira Origins is an action-adventure experience set in colonial Brazil during the period of slavery. Experience history from the perspective of those who resisted, taking on the role of capoeiristas determined to fight for freedom, justice, and survival.
Why similar: Martial Arts 53.1% ★, Beat 'em up 26.4%, 2.5D 7.9%, Action 6.6%, Side Scroller 5.3%
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: Martial Arts 58.2% ★, Beat 'em up 32.6%, Action 9.2%
Thregnar and the Crystals of Chaos is a cute but challenging platformer where you take control of a ninja on a quest to save the world. Mastering his legendary dive kick is key to overcoming any obstacle.
Why similar: Ninja 46.8% ★, 2.5D 23.8%, Martial Arts 15.7% ★, Side Scroller 7.5%, Action 6.3%
Embrace the Way of the Warrior! Enter an Action-Adventure RPG game, as you step into the shoes of Kuranosuke Oishi, an honorable Samurai. Engage in thrilling dynamic combat, embark on a gripping Saga, vanquish the forces of darkness, and uncover a sinister plot against Lord Asano.
Why similar: Martial Arts 39.4% ★, Ninja 37.2% ★, Beat 'em up 19.7%, Action 3.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
For retro gaming lover, discover a jewel of 1996: Time Commando Let's fight across 9 time periods: prehistoric, Roman, feudal Japan, Medieval, Conquistador, the Wild West, and the modern wars
Why similar: Martial Arts 32.2% ★, Ninja 22.3% ★, Beat 'em up 19.6%, 2.5D 14%, Side Scroller 8.6%
Ninshi Masuta is a 2D action game where you are a ninja and have to save the city from the chaos caused by criminals.
Why similar: Ninja 46.5% ★, Side Scroller 17.2%, Beat 'em up 12.3%, 2.5D 8.4%, Retro 6.3%
Streets of Chaos is a new retro sidescroller beat em up (fighting game), made with pixelart similar to 16 bits consoles. Is highly based on Streets of Rage, Double Dragon, Final Fight, and Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, with original story and various homages to classics.
Why similar: Martial Arts 29.9% ★, Beat 'em up 29.2%, 2D Fighter 9.2%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Old School 8.5%
Hotdog Samurai! As a skilled hotdog, you'll battle through real world elements with one main goal in sight. Battle 20+ enemies throughout 7 adventure seeking levels, all while trying to complete in-game achievements.
Why similar: Ninja 46.6% ★, Beat 'em up 34.1%, Side Scroller 7.3%, Action 4.6%, Retro 4.2%
Enter the ultimate virtual reality beat 'em up and test your martial arts skills in Fist of the Stray Dog. Experience the thrill of a dynamic combat system! Engage in intense battles against challenging opponents, using precise strikes and combos to defeat them.
Why similar: Martial Arts 52.9% ★, Beat 'em up 34.6%, Action 11.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Seiji Maruyama is a middle-aged yakuza recently released from prison. Known as "Gozuki" (one of the demon generals from Buddhist mythology) he is the power that his oyabun counts on. But there is one thing his aniki is not taking into account: Maruyama is getting old.
Why similar: Martial Arts 46.1% ★, Beat 'em up 26%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 1980s 7.2%, Old School 4.6%
Streets of Rageness is a reimagined '90s beat 'em up classic set in a crime-ridden city under the iron grip of a ruthless syndicate. Amid rampant looting, chaos, and destruction, fight through waves of thugs to become the most powerful fighter on the streets!
Why similar: Martial Arts 37.8% ★, Beat 'em up 25.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Sports 8.8%, 2D Fighter 8.7%
