- #1 Defect Process
97% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2022
Dev: Incoherent Software LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pure 2d action with a freestyle combat system
Why similar: Character Action Game 29.1% ★, Spectacle fighter 24.4% ★, Beat 'em up 19.8%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Action 4.5%
- #2 Ball Busters
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Daitomodachi Labs
Windows
An over-the-top 3D arena roguelike where every hit counts. Chain insane combos, unlock wild fighters, and build game-breaking synergies—until you drop the ball.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.8% ★, Character Action Game 24.3% ★, Beat 'em up 16.7%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Action Roguelike 12.5%
- #3 Marlow Briggs and the Mask of Death
96% matchVery Positive90% of 2,509 reviews2013
Dev: ZootflyPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
A new breed of WARRIOR returns, committed to destroying the enemies of FREEDOM When ONE angry man, has a world to protect - There is only ONE future – HIS OWN No-nonsense hero Marlow never shied away from danger or trouble. But now he faces his ULTIMATE challenge.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 46.7% ★, Character Action Game 23.3% ★, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Action 6.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #4 Cenk The Chopper
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: S.H.KAYA
Windows
Cenk The Chopper is a fast paced hack-and-slash game. Fight through hordes of mutants and robots in a world you've made go to hell. Chop 'em up everything you see till the end of it.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 31.7% ★, Character Action Game 22.8% ★, Beat 'em up 20.9%, Hack and Slash 16%, Violent 4.7%
- #5 ENENRA: DΔEMON CORE
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zahid Ali Jeelani
Windows
ENENRA is a third person, character action game with an emphasis on abilities, set in a cyberpunk world.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 39.4% ★, Character Action Game 36.3% ★, Hack and Slash 23.5%, Action 0.7%, Indie 0.1%
- #6 Heartless & Dreadful : Return by 72 Hours
94% matchVery Positive97% of 64 reviews2023
Dev: Kirillian
Windows · Linux
Heartless and Dreadful is a character action game, made mostly by one person. It features complex and satisfying combat and a short story campaign with multiple, brutal difficulty options, allowing for quite a bit of replayability. And additional unlockable side content.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 26.9% ★, Character Action Game 24.5% ★, Beat 'em up 17.9%, Hack and Slash 14%, Violent 5.7%
- #7 Thorn Knight
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Legion Studio
Windows
Fight. Die. Rise. Until your vow is fulfilled. Thorn Knight is a dark isometric action rogue-lite where ruthless, combo-driven combat meets a tower twisted by cursed echoes and buried sins. Every fight tests your skill. Every floor leads you deeper.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 24.3% ★, Character Action Game 24.1% ★, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%
- #8 Assault Spy
91% matchVery Positive92% of 1,065 reviews2018
Dev: WazenPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Dash, evade, and smash your way to the truth as the corporate spy, Asaru; or the reckless CIA agent, Amelia! Uncover the dark secrets of the Negabot mega corporation as you save the company from a hostile takeover. Assault Spy is a stylish, fast paced, pure-action game with a dash of comedy.
Why similar: Character Action Game 36.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 29.4% ★, Hack and Slash 20.7%, Action 7%, Violent 5.1%
- #9 Devil May Cry 4 Special Edition
91% matchVery Positive87% of 22,292 reviews2015
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.Pub: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The smash-hit stylish action game DMC4 is back and better than ever, boasting new playable characters and game modes!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29.1% ★, Character Action Game 28.2% ★, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Beat 'em up 6%, Action 6%
- #10 Rise of the Savage
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Prince Game Studio
Windows
The Last Barbarian is a 3D action hack and slash game.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.6% ★, Beat 'em up 22.7%, Character Action Game 22.6% ★, Hack and Slash 16.8%, Action 7%
- #11 Tank Fu
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Knight Owl Games
Windows
Tank Fu is an experimental over-the-top character action fighting game. Make your tank dash, fly, and punch its way into victory by mastering all its moves and combos.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.4% ★, Beat 'em up 27.3%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, Character Action Game 11.1% ★, Action 7.3%
- #12 Charge Blade Hero
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jermaine Leslie
Windows
A fast paced 2D hack and slash, adventure game. Attack, Dodge, and Charge Up to maintain your weapon's durability as you take on waves of enemies.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29.7% ★, Character Action Game 25.3% ★, Beat 'em up 17.5%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, 2D 2.7%
- #13 Helvetii
88% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2023
Dev: Team KwaKwa
Windows · Linux
Helvetii is a character-action game set in Gallic Celtic Mythology. Challenge the everchanging rot with 3 characters, use the gifts and powers bestowed by primal deities and show your mastery of combat by pummeling, juggling and slamming your enemies in a gorgeous 2d presentation.
Why similar: Character Action Game 23% ★, Spectacle fighter 21.7% ★, Beat 'em up 16.3%, Action Roguelike 9.6%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #14 GODBREAKERS
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,015 reviews2025
Dev: To The SkyPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fast, Fluid, Frenetic! Break gods, steal powers, and chain abilities in a hectic combat loop. This 1-4 player co-op action roguelite is built for fast pick-up sessions and endlessly replayable chaos. Experience tough battles and maximum expression where every run feels rewarding!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29% ★, Character Action Game 19% ★, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11.7%, Beat 'em up 10.2%
- #15 Ultra Age
86% matchVery Positive82% of 319 reviews2022
Dev: Next Stage Inc.Pub: Intragames
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Slash your way through a futuristic Earth overrun with ruthless mutants and powerful robots. Now including ‘Rebirth Project,’ the all-new rogue-lite side mission that can be accessed from the main menu! (DLC installation is required.)
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.2% ★, Character Action Game 22.2% ★, Hack and Slash 15.8%, Action Roguelike 11.8%, Difficult 9.5%
- #16 Total Chaos Against Apathy
84% matchPositive100% of 32 reviews2026
Dev: Discade Project
Windows
A high-intensity action game, inspired by the feeling of emulating arcade-only action games. Learn a simple-yet-nuanced two button control scheme. Use hitstun, attack chains, grabbing and throwing to crush and control hordes of enemies! Tank Controls Are Awesome!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 40.1% ★, Beat 'em up 25%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 5.3%, Action 4.1%
- #17 Berserker's Descent
85% matchPositive100% of 40 reviews2020
Dev: Rendah Games
Windows
Berserker's Descent is a visceral, hardcore Roguelite. Descend into The Source and engage in brutal melee combat.
Why similar: Character Action Game 25.3% ★, Beat 'em up 15.6%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Action Roguelike 11.8%, Difficult 8%
- #18 SilkRoad Project
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Guedin
Windows
SILKROAD Project blends a dynamic combat system, where player control two characters simultaneously, with guesthouse management gameplay, featuring unique mini-games and activities. Plan your day by welcoming guests, organizing your routine, and defending your caravanserai to keep it thriving.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 27.6% ★, Character Action Game 20.7% ★, Beat 'em up 19.2%, Hack and Slash 14.7%, Action Roguelike 12.1%
- #19 SoulQuest
83% matchVery Positive81% of 112 reviews2026
Dev: SoulBlade Studio LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Carve your path through hordes of enemies, defying the gods to seize the power of Morrigan, Goddess of Death, and retrieve the soul of your beloved! SoulQuest combines amazing gameplay with the unique Celtic mythology into one, action-packed mixture!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.1% ★, Character Action Game 25.2% ★, Beat 'em up 15.7%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 5%
- #20 MIGHTREYA
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WazenPub: 505 Games
Windows
Join schoolgirl superhero Reya and her manager Nio as they embark on their journey as Hero Content Creators, fighting monstrous beings that emerge daily from a dimension beyond. Anime-inspired, heart-pounding hero action is waiting for you!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 30.5% ★, Character Action Game 28% ★, Beat 'em up 18.5%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Action 4.1%
- #21 WEAPON MASTER
81% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: SamAFEI
Windows
Dash! Combo! Strike into throw, throw into dodge, dodge into strike! WEAPON MASTER is an action game built around fast, fluid combo-driven combat. By combining main-hand weapons, off-hand weapons, equipment, and talents, you can create a combat style that is truly your own.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 37.3% ★, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Beat 'em up 17.2%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Action 6.9%
- #22 Eyes Of The Sky
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Laniarkea Games
Windows
String together devastating sword-and-spell combos in a stylish spectacle fighter. Switch forms on the fly and battle through a fractured world to reclaim your lost memories. Regain your strength and become the master spellsword who saved the world before the forces of the abyss corrupt your mind.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.5% ★, Character Action Game 28.9% ★, Hack and Slash 18.6%, Beat 'em up 11.9%, Action 4.5%
- #23 Heart&Slash
82% matchVery Positive81% of 641 reviews2016
Dev: AHEARTFULOFGAMESPub: Full Hearts Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fight as Heart, an innocent robot fighting to escape the grip of mindless machines in a future where humans are no more. A fast-paced 3D brawler with roguelike elements set in a colorful yet desolated world.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 20.2% ★, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Beat 'em up 17.9%, Character Action Game 17.8% ★, Action Roguelike 13.6%
- #24 Ironweld
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 2071 Games
Windows
Ironweld is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG where every encounter feels like PvP. Survive opponents that use the same moves and parts as you. They chase, punish, launch, and pressure you back. Repair and rebuild your squad between stages as you push deeper. Lose them all and it's over.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29% ★, Character Action Game 16.4% ★, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Beat 'em up 12.5%, Difficult 8.4%
- #25 XX Delicto
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quartermunchers
Windows
Velocity battles to save her princess in XX Delicto, a lightning-paced thirstpunk whack-n-slash rogue(ultra)lite.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29.4% ★, Beat 'em up 24.6%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Action 5.1%
- #26 Kirk Mephisto
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Coreupt LLC
Windows
Follow Kirk on his quest to stop the ongoing battle between birds and wormkind in this sci-fantasy, hack n slash, action game. Fighting alongside Kirk are his childhood friends Halice the worm warrior princess and Carper the secret agent bee.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 35.6% ★, Beat 'em up 30.4%, Hack and Slash 21.4%, Action 9%, Combat 2.5%
- #27 Devil May Cry HD Collection
78% matchVery Positive93% of 25,346 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The popular stylish action games Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, and Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition return in one collection!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.5% ★, Hack and Slash 24%, Character Action Game 23.4% ★, Difficult 8.1%, Beat 'em up 8.1%
- #28 Swords & Slippers
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mass Creation
Windows · Mac · Linux
A character action roguelite set in a twisted fairytale. These princesses don't want a rescue - they want the heads of the evil stepmothers who stole their happily ever after. Come for the curves. Stay for the combos.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 32.9% ★, Character Action Game 31.1% ★, Hack and Slash 19.8%, Action Roguelike 9.4%, Roguelite 3.9%
- #29 RADIUSBLOOD Crypta
76% match5 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Luminoware
Windows
Improve your sword skills for the time to come.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 35.7% ★, Character Action Game 32.4% ★, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Violent 5.9%, Action 4.3%
- #30 The Wonderful 101: Remastered
77% matchVery Positive87% of 895 reviews2020
Dev: PlatinumGames Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Lead an army of 100 Wonderful Ones from around the world in this Unite Action spectacular!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 27.1% ★, Character Action Game 25.8% ★, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Difficult 7%
- #31 Eden's Lair
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Hallowed-Gin
Windows
Fight a variety of enemies inside intense high action arenas.
Why similar: Character Action Game 40.2% ★, Beat 'em up 31%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action 9.7%, Combat 4%
- #32 King Static
75% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Spookto
Windows · Linux
King Static is a third-person stylish action rogue-like where you fight in the King's endlessly repeating tournament in-order to have a single wish granted.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.6% ★, Beat 'em up 23.1%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Roguelite 4.3%
- #33 Princess Paladin
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magic Rock Software
Windows
Clobber the Castle Crashers! Princess Paladin is a 2D action game where you fight to remove uninvited houseguests. Follow Princess Nala as she uses all the magic at her disposal (and a giant club) to empty out her castle and regain her peace and quiet.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 37.5% ★, Beat 'em up 24%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Action 2.9%
- #34 DmC: Devil May Cry
75% matchVery Positive93% of 32,917 reviews2013
Dev: Ninja TheoryPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 32.7%, Spectacle fighter 31.6% ★, Character Action Game 18.7% ★, Beat 'em up 8.4%, Action 7.7%
- #35 Starlight Blade
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Zink Studio
Windows
An adventure-packed slasher where you play as the heir to a legendary blade, crushing armies of faded stars and battling the very creators of the universe.
Why similar: Character Action Game 34.9% ★, Spectacle fighter 33.1% ★, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Beat 'em up 7%, Action 2.6%
- #36 Devil May Cry 5
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 169,803 reviews2019
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 29.4% ★, Character Action Game 28.7% ★, Hack and Slash 24.6%, Action 6.9%, Violent 5.3%
- #37 Soul Surge
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: One Cut Games
Windows
Soul Surge is a third-person action roguelite, with ARPG and bullet hell elements. Fight your way through Ryn’s subconscious, defeat her inner demons, by unleashing powerful combination attacks fueled by Ryn’s core memories. Wield the power of memories, equip your emotions and face the corruption.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 33.6% ★, Character Action Game 18.7% ★, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Difficult 7.3%
- #38 Xenrai
73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Zenith Edge Studios
Windows
Save the last world in a solar system of living planets being consumed by an invading interstellar army, playing as the world's champion and its goddess. Take on the epic full length campaign and competitive combat focused challenge mode that awaits you in this Sci-Fi spectacle fighter epic.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 30.8% ★, Character Action Game 25.6% ★, Beat 'em up 22.1%, Hack and Slash 17.6%, Action 3.3%
- #39 Soulstice
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,767 reviews2022
Dev: Reply Game StudiosPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.5% ★, Character Action Game 24.4% ★, Beat 'em up 18.4%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #40 Godbeast Mk.II
73% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: DascuMaru
Windows
The Wolf howls in the moonlight! Scarlet blood will glisten on the dark city streets in this stylish and atmospheric action game.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.5% ★, Beat 'em up 28.4%, Hack and Slash 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%, Action 6%
- #41 Magenta Horizon - Neverending Harvest
70% matchVery Positive87% of 245 reviews2024
Dev: Maddison BaekPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Magenta Horizon is a fast-paced 2D action platformer with challenging spectacle fighter inspired combat. Playing as a Reaper of the twisted purgatorial afterlife, push your skills to the limit to destroy the hordes of demons and epic bosses to reach your destination.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.5% ★, Character Action Game 21.8% ★, Beat 'em up 16.9%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.2%
- #42 Keyboard Warrior Stickman - Typing Beat Em Up
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Good Knight Collective
Windows
Stickman Typing Beat Em Up meets Devil May Cry, set to the nostalgic 2000s era of internet culture, animations, hardware, and operation systems.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 43.6% ★, Beat 'em up 26.2%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Action 5.3%, 2D 2%
- #43 Shing!
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 483 reviews2020
Dev: Mass CreationPub: We Dig Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Experience the most exciting and immersive beat-em-up combat system ever – become a kickass ninja and slice some demons in style!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 25.1% ★, Character Action Game 20.8% ★, Beat 'em up 19.8%, Hack and Slash 13.8%, Action Roguelike 11%
- #44 Killer is Dead - Nightmare Edition
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 8,735 reviews2014
Dev: KADOKAWA GAMES / GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTUREPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 34.7%, Character Action Game 25.4% ★, Spectacle fighter 23.8% ★, Action 8.7%, Beat 'em up 4.2%
- #45 KIBORG
69% matchVery Positive85% of 1,401 reviews2025
Dev: Sobaka Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
KIBORG is a brutal rogue-lite beat’em up where you enhance your body with new cybernetic implants each run. You’ve been sent to the worst prison in the galaxy for crimes you didn’t commit. Death won’t provide an escape, but a violent reality show may offer a way out.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, Character Action Game 20.4% ★, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Difficult 9.4%
- #46 Verminsteel
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Glass Bottom Games
Windows · Linux
You're a bird with a broadsword, kicking thousands of fascists so hard they fly into the sun. Joined by a hoe-wielding badger, a mouse with a frying pan, and all the Molotovs you can chuck: You’ll resist occupation, defend the helpless, and push the Verminsteel back under the rock they crawled from.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 39% ★, Hack and Slash 23.5%, Character Action Game 21% ★, Action 6.4%, Beat 'em up 5.7%
- #47 Sword Phantom
69% match5 user reviews57% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: XyGame
Windows
A high speed stylish Action Game about 2 girls in the future world! Use your gun, sword, and fist to finish the enemy and save the world! The game also contains many equips and underwears to dress up your character.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 37.6% ★, Beat 'em up 35.7%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Action 6.6%, Combat 3.6%
- #48 Gorilla Smash
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Lavaworks
Windows
One gorilla, One Hundred men! A physics-based brawler where you play as a furious gorilla battling waves of armed and unarmed men. Dodge, smash, and survive chaotic arena fights fueled by meme energy and raw power.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 33.4% ★, Beat 'em up 30%, Hack and Slash 20.8%, Action 7.9%, Violent 5%
- #49 Rage Quit
67% matchVery Positive96% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: Vancouver Film School
Windows
Rage Quit is a first-person melee game where the player uses only the sledgehammer for combat, traversal, and defense against hordes of office-bots. Use a fluid variety of light, heavy, dash-based, and reflective attacks to smash your way through your foes and enact revenge!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 44.3% ★, Beat 'em up 27.6%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, Action 4.8%, Combat 1.2%
- #50 Colorful
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hitoshi Kanno
Windows
A parkour hack-n-slash where you must restore color to a dying world. Use your magic brush to glide, wall run, and grind your way through a dreamlike landscape while hack-n-slashing dark enemies!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 40.5% ★, Beat 'em up 28.4%, Hack and Slash 23.5%, Action 4.4%, Combat 2.2%
- #51 Rebel Engine
66% matchVery Positive87% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Seven Leaf CloverPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Rebel Engine mixes the stylish combat of a Hack n' Slash with the speed and gunplay of a '90s FPS in a unique, fast-paced action game. Combine gunshots with melee attacks to create devastating combos! Lead the rebellion against the Concrete megacorporation and liberate all of robot-kind!
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.3% ★, Character Action Game 23.9% ★, Beat 'em up 19.1%, Hack and Slash 15.4%, Difficult 8.7%
- #52 Hippocampus
69% matchMixed55% of 74 reviews2020
Dev: Bad Vices Games
Windows
Challenging gothic Hack & Slash with gore action and platform phases.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 34.2% ★, Hack and Slash 19%, Character Action Game 16.8% ★, Violent 8.8%, Difficult 8.1%
- #53 LUMINOUS GATE
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MOMO
Windows
LUMINOUS GATE is a fast-paced 3D action adventure. Master elemental abilities, wield giant weapons, and challenge powerful bosses. The current demo showcases the core combat experience, with a larger world and new adventures planned for the full release.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 49.2% ★, Hack and Slash 28.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Action 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #54 Eternal King
68% match4 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: chimp
Windows
Eternal King is a wave-based hack 'n' slash with deep, involved combat. Hone your skills against unrelenting hordes of monsters in a surreal fantasy world.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 42.8% ★, Hack and Slash 28%, Action Roguelike 19%, Action 5.5%, Combat 2%
- #55 Proxy Blade Zero
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 165 reviews2014
Dev: D6
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Proxy Blade Zero is a hardcore 3D action game with technical combat. Play as Fenrir, an advanced battle android, against the armies of King Anima.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 27.5% ★, Character Action Game 24.6% ★, Beat 'em up 19.4%, Hack and Slash 14%, Difficult 7.6%
- #56 Bayonetta
67% matchVery Positive92% of 32,459 reviews2017
Dev: PlatinumGamesPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.
Why similar: Spectacle fighter 31.1% ★, Hack and Slash 25.1%, Character Action Game 23% ★, Beat 'em up 11.6%, Action 6.8%
- #57 Aether Abyss
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Delirium Afterglow
Windows
Aether Abyss is a 2D rougelike action game. You're in the realm between worlds and must hack and slash your way through hordes of enemies in arena style levels.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 33.5%, Action Roguelike 30.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Action 10.5%, 2D 6%