Games Like Final Exam

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: Co-op 21.8%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Beat 'em up 15.9%, Zombies 15.8%, Action 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the side-scrolling zombie-slaying action and humorous tone of the seed game perfectly.

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 44.6%, Co-op 16.1%, Action 10%, Online Co-Op 7.6%, Local Co-Op 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the punk-rock aesthetic and frantic, multi-character co-op brawling found in Final Exam.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.5%, Online Co-Op 19.8%, Co-op 17.8%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive co-op beat-'em-up experience, featuring chaotic combat and a distinct, humorous art style.

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 40.3%, Local Co-Op 26.9%, Zombies 16.7%, Action 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a humorous, stylized world with chaotic zombie-themed beat-'em-up gameplay.

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 29.7%, Co-op 21.9%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Online Co-Op 12.3%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A team-based action game that emphasizes cooperative strategy and fast-paced combat.

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 52.4%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Multiplayer 8%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers polished, fast-paced co-op brawling that captures the classic arcade feel with modern mechanics.

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 42.8%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Online Co-Op 10.7%, Action 8.6%, Co-op 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This theatrical brawler focuses on performance and style, matching the whacky, stage-like feel of the seed game.

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 47%, Action 11.3%, Online Co-Op 9.9%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Side Scroller 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in modern beat-'em-up design that provides satisfying, high-impact combat for co-op players.

BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.8%, Co-op 16.5%, Side Scroller 6.8%, Online Co-Op 6.7%, Local Co-Op 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into 1980s nostalgia and over-the-top humor, much like the lighthearted tone of Final Exam.

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 40.6%, Online Co-Op 15.9%, Local Co-Op 12%, Action 10.7%, Co-op 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features vibrant pixel art, a humorous tone, and tight co-op brawling mechanics.

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 28.6%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Co-op 15.3%, Zombies 12.5%, Side Scroller 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A direct genre match that pits players against hordes of zombies in a side-scrolling brawler format.

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.8%, Co-op 21%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It blends beat-'em-up combat with roguelike elements, perfect for players who enjoy chaotic co-op sessions.

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 31.9%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Co-op 16.6%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a beautiful mix of platforming and combat that feels very similar to the movement-heavy sections of Final Exam.

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 53.5%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Action 11.6%, Co-op 11.5%, Side Scroller 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized, modern beat-'em-up with great character variety and a fun, energetic presentation.

A toxic waste spill finds its way into the water supply, causing the recently deceased to rise from their graves. Now it's up to you to blast your way through the hordes of undead if you're going to escape the city. On the way to your rescue, you'll search stores and houses for supplies, and trade with other survivors.

Why similar: Zombies 31.4%, Local Co-Op 25.6%, Action 13.6%, Co-op 11.1%, Indie 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that focuses on surviving waves of zombies in a retro-inspired world.

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 34%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Action 12.5%, Co-op 12.4%, Zombies 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style brawler that embraces horror themes and high-difficulty co-op action.

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 51.9%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Action 11.1%, Co-op 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, fast-paced brawler that supports local co-op and features distinct character abilities.

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 41.2%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Action 12%, Co-op 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers intense, fast-paced side-scrolling action with a heavy emphasis on visceral combat.

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 47.2%, Local Co-Op 23.1%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action 9.6%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides deep, skill-based combat mechanics for those who want a more technical beat-'em-up experience.

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 46.2%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Zombies 12%, Action 9.6%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic horror-themed beat-'em-up that fits the monster-slaying vibe of the seed game.

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 32.4%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Co-op 15.4%, Action 15.3%, Platformer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game that focuses on fluid combat and platforming traversal.

Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.9%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Action 11%, Co-op 10.8%, Side Scroller 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling brawler that incorporates RPG elements and co-op play.

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 29.8%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Co-op 12.6%, Action 12.1%, Zombies 10%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike beat-'em-up that features a post-apocalyptic setting and zombie-like enemies.

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 30.9%, Local Co-Op 21.3%, Co-op 17.7%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent blend of platforming and brawling that features a humorous, stylized world.

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

Why similar: Co-op 31%, Action 22.1%, Indie 20.7%, Platformer 16.5%, Multiplayer 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic platformer where players fight their own past actions, matching the frantic energy of Final Exam.

The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.6%, Action 23.4%, Co-op 16%, Indie 12.2%, Local Co-Op 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features highly stylized, frantic side-scrolling combat that rewards aggressive play.

"Tiny Brains" is a cooperative action puzzler that follows four super-powered lab animals in their attempt to escape a mad scientist's experiments. In this joyously chaotic multiplayer game, the four "Tiny Brains" must combine their unique physics-based powers to navigate through a trick-ridden maze.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 44.8%, Co-op 29.3%, Action 15.6%, Indie 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative puzzle-action game that focuses on using unique character abilities to navigate levels.

"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 38.1%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Online Co-Op 14.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic beat-'em-ups that captures the simple, addictive fun of the genre.

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 26.3%, Co-op 25.6%, Action 13.1%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 9%

FORCED is a challenging 1-4-player game with co-op at its heart! A mix of tactical arcade action, RPG elements and puzzles will forge you and your friends together. As slaves in the toughest gladiator school of them all, you will face a plethora of unique trials - designed to be your death!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.3%, Co-op 24.4%, Online Co-Op 21.3%, Action 11.7%, Multiplayer 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op action game that requires teamwork and coordination to overcome combat challenges.

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 40.9%, Action 15.3%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Co-op 9.4%, Indie 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty side-scrolling brawler that emphasizes heavy combat and historical atmosphere.

S.E.M.I. is a single-player and co-op action platformer with puzzle elements. Play as patients of an unusual clinic, take experimental drugs, interfere with each other, and be ready for chaos and unpredictable side effects!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.6%, Co-op 23.6%, Online Co-Op 22.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Devil's Dare is bloody a smash up parody of everything from the 90s, pitting the manliest video game heroes against the badest monsters from your favorite horror movies. It's the final result of what would happen if everyone from that decade came together to create a baby, a baby that just so happens to grow up to be a beat'em up.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.3%, Action 17.3%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Indie 9.1%, 2D 2.1%

Zombie Kill of the Week - Reborn is a challenging, fast paced, 2D survival shooter! Featuring a compelling single player survival mode and cooperative multiplayer for up-to four players, this is one zombie firefight you're not going to want to miss!

Why similar: Zombies 38.4%, Action 25.9%, Indie 11.7%, Platformer 8.7%, Multiplayer 7.8%

Survive overwhelming hordes of zombie-like mutants in this chaotic co-op twin-stick shooter. Play solo or team up with up to 16 players as hundreds of enemies flood the screen in a relentless fight to hold the line.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 24.1%, Co-op 22.3%, Local Co-Op 22.3%, Zombies 18.1%, Action 6.7%

Miner Meltdown is an action-packed team-based multiplayer game. Scour the map for minerals, upgrade your gear, and attempt to blow up the opposing team all the while avoiding monsters, traps, and environmental pitfalls along the way.

Why similar: Action 16.4%, Zombies 14.1%, Co-op 14%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Online Co-Op 11.1%

Old friends and bitter enemies await as you invade Earth alongside a Mothership full of alien friends! Blast, beam, and bite your way through an endless swarm of enemies as you and up to three of your fellow hominids cause mayhem with a huge arsenal of weapons, mutations, and acrobatic maneuvers.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.9%, Online Co-Op 22.7%, Co-op 16%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action 7.2%

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 37.5%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 11.2%, Co-op 6.3%

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 39.4%, Local Co-Op 22.6%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Action 9.7%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Extreme battles versus crazy bosses in this Intense 2D Platformer

Why similar: Co-op 25.6%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Action 19.2%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Indie 9.7%

Over 9000 Zombies! is top-down arcade action blown out of all reasonable proportions. An endless horde of zombies is coming your way, how long can you survive?

Why similar: Co-op 27.7%, Local Co-Op 26.7%, Zombies 23.1%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Action 9.1%

A Fresh and Insane Brawler with Roguelike elements. Lead a fellowship of jackasses abducted by angry aliens and forced to spread chaos into the most famous sports events. Instant fun, Retro Arcade style, for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.8%, Co-op 20.4%, Action 13.1%, Local Co-Op 13%, Indie 7.8%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre, but this time with a bunch of humor and buckets of blown off body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal.

Why similar: Co-op 18.7%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Action 12%, Online Co-Op 11.3%

Lunch Lady is a 1-4 player online co-op survival horror game. The school final exams are coming up and the best idea you and your friends had was to steal the test answers. Find all 10 pages and don't get caught by the murderous Lunch Lady!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 44.4%, Co-op 33.2%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Action 9.7%

One of the highest rated Xbox Indie Games is now available for PC! How long can you survive in this online co-op wave based shooter? Featuring 35 characters, over 100 weapons, 30 stat-boosting hats, and 6 levels, Zombie Estate 2 is a frantically fun experience to share with friends!

Why similar: Action 42.3%, Zombies 32.4%, Indie 25.3%

Annihilate an evil penguin regime in this cinematic platform adventure game offering full solo and co-op campaigns.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22%, Online Co-Op 17.8%, Co-op 17.2%, Side Scroller 11%, Platformer 9%

Team up with up to 4 players and take on endless waves of Nasty Zombies in a high-intensity, movement-focused boomer shooter. Use agility and smart positioning to survive semi-procedural maps and unlock permanent upgrades like Blessings, Miracles, and cosmetics.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 42.3%, Zombies 26.2%, Action 19.1%, Multiplayer 12.3%

Willy’s Wonderland – The Game is a 2.5D beat ‘em up game based on the cult film of the same name, in which a group of Animatronics come to life and slaughter people who dare visit Willy’s Wonderland.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.8%, Co-op 24.2%, Beat 'em up 21.6%, Action 16.6%, Multiplayer 7%

They Are Hundreds is an evolving Third-person wave based zombie game, co-op with up to 4 friends with endless ammo and guns!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 23.1%, Co-op 22.6%, Zombies 19.1%, Action 16.4%, Indie 9.4%

School 666 is a 1-4 Player Co-op Survival Horror. You must escape this endless nightmare. Try to identify the correct path and survive the anomalies in this endless school. Some extremely powerful anomalies will catch you to their dimensions. Explore the reason why you are here... and don't die.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 64.8%, Action 22.7%, Co-op 10.6%, Indie 1.9%

Bloody Trapland is a fast-paced multiplayer platformer where the levels are filled with dozens of dangerous traps and tricky jumps that stand in your way! Play co-op with your friends or take on the challenges on your own. With support for up to 4 players at once, local and/or online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.4%, Online Co-Op 36.8%, Multiplayer 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D 3.9%

Shoot, slice and surf on zombies by yourself or with friends. Fight overwhelming amounts of zombies and other monsters summoned by an evil wizard (ooOooOOOo spooky) in an early 1900s London.

Why similar: Co-op 23.5%, Zombies 21.1%, Online Co-Op 19.6%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action 9.1%

Confused, you wake up sucked into an empty classroom. You have to try to escape from school by solving puzzles and discovering secrets.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 37.5%, Local Co-Op 21.4%, Co-op 20.9%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Action 5.1%

Join forces with Nika, MechaNika, Agatha and the Great Bleeding Pig in this peculiar and crazy mission of destruction of everything that isn't cool.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.8%, Co-op 15.4%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Action 10.5%

In Savage Halloween the world is taken over by monsters from the afterlife who were trapped in the Earth after a Halloween party, and now they have decided to make their new home here.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.3%, Action 30%, Indie 16.7%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D 5.6%

School labyrinth is a 1~4 co-op horror game set in a randomly generated school at night. Cooperate with your friends and try to escape from the school building!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 47.3%, Co-op 21.8%, Action 13.7%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Indie 4%

The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29%, Co-op 20.1%, Action 16.9%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Side Scroller 7.8%

Shift Happens is a cooperative platformer for two. You and a friend shift your mass, throw each other and puzzle your way through four stages of stylized imaginary worlds. Including the occasional backstabbing and taunting. Play with a friend on a couch, online or even special singleplayer levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Online Co-Op 23.9%, Co-op 23.1%, Side Scroller 7%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Endless Combat, is a coop game which is about fighting as characters with unique skills against zombies, the game also contains free for all mode

Why similar: Action 47.1%, Indie 27.3%, Zombies 25.5%