- #1 Omen of Sorrow
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: AOne GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Omen of Sorrow brings monsters of horror, literature and mythology together for a fighting game experience unlike any other. Inspired by numerous arcade classics but offering its own unique innovations and mature aesthetics, Omen of Sorrow positively bleeds style!
Why similar: Fighting 28.3% ★, 2D Fighter 23.6%, 2.5D 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 7.1%, PvP 7%
- #2 Slice, Dice & Rice
96% matchMixed64% of 734 reviews2017
Dev: Dojo GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.
Why similar: Fighting 38.5% ★, 2D Fighter 25.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Gore 9.8%, Violent 7.7%
- #3 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
96% matchVery Positive84% of 9,147 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Why similar: Fighting 39.2% ★, 2D Fighter 32.5%, PvP 6.9%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Arcade 4%
- #4 DNF Duel
95% matchMixed63% of 4,187 reviews2022
Dev: NEOPLE Inc.Pub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Action fighting at its extreme! Enter the new beat’em up world of Arad as your favorite character from the beloved Dungeon and Fighter franchise!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.2%, Fighting 29.7% ★, 2.5D 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 7.3%, PvP 6.3%
- #5 Mortal Kombat 1
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 49,091 reviews2023
Dev: NetherRealm StudiosPub: Warner Bros. Games
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 47.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
Why similar: Fighting 35.6% ★, 2D Fighter 19.2%, Gore 12.4%, Multiplayer 7%, Violent 6.9%
- #6 Mortal Kombat 11
94% matchVery Positive88% of 115,921 reviews2019
Dev: NetherRealm StudiosPub: Warner Bros. Games
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 44.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Mortal Kombat is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise.
Why similar: Fighting 46.3% ★, Gore 13.3%, 2D Fighter 13.1%, Violent 8%, Multiplayer 6.8%
- #7 Mortal Kombat X
93% matchVery Positive86% of 60,652 reviews2015
Dev: NetherRealm StudiosPub: Warner Bros. Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 38.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience the Next Generation of the #1 Fighting Franchise. Mortal Kombat X combines unparalleled, cinematic presentation with all new gameplay.
Why similar: Fighting 47.8% ★, Gore 14%, 2D Fighter 10%, Violent 7.6%, Multiplayer 6.5%
- #8 Stardust Rain
92% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: EX Beat
Windows
A momentum-driven 2.5D anime fighting game. Build velocity, adapt on the fly, and always be on the move! Easy to pick up, hard to master, with rollback netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 37.1% ★, 2D Fighter 23.5%, 2.5D 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Action 5.3%
- #9 Killer Instinct
91% matchVery Positive87% of 5,667 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Fighting 48.7% ★, 2D Fighter 23.2%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Arcade 5%, Local Multiplayer 4.8%
- #10 Rivals of Aether II
90% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,866 reviews2024
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 82.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 32.2% ★, 2D Fighter 22.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, 2.5D 10.5%, Multiplayer 7.2%
- #11 FIGHTING EX LAYER
91% matchVery Positive84% of 911 reviews2018
Dev: ARIKA
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
After a long wait, Arika's EX characters gather once again for another exciting battle! Kairi, Skullomania, Blaire, Pullum and the others are all back with the latest graphics. And this time they're bringing a brand new system - the "Gougi System". Grasp victory with Gougi!
Why similar: Fighting 52.9% ★, 2D Fighter 25.9%, Arcade 5.8%, 2.5D 5.5%, Action 5.3%
- #12 Super Bout: Champion's Tour
89% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Strongkid, LLC
Windows · Mac
Strongkid presents Super Bout: Champion's Tour, a 1v1 fighting game features state of the art 8-bit graphics and sound effects, 5 playable characters, online and offline versus modes, a single player arcade mode, and more!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.6%, Fighting 24.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 16.4%, Multiplayer 9.5%, PvP 7.6%
- #13 Write 'n' Fight
89% matchMixed67% of 45 reviews2022
Dev: AVOS'
Windows
The greatest writers of all time are fighting each other in the arenas that were inspired by their work. Each character can summon his own "magic" arena where he becomes the boss of the level for a short amount of time.
Why similar: Fighting 23.1% ★, 2D Fighter 16.9%, 2.5D 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.5%, Arcade 7.3%
- #14 Aria Skies
87% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Martijn Tielemans
Windows · Linux
Soar to new heights in Aria Skies, a non-traditional, 2.5D indie fighting game featuring free-flying movement that anyone can pick up and enjoy!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.9%, Fighting 18.1% ★, 2.5D 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 13.5%, PvP 9.9%
- #15 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
88% matchMixed68% of 233 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
"Battle Fantasia", the fantasy RPG themed 2D Fighting game is now appearing on Steam, and "REVISED" with the latest balances and improved visual effects! Comes with FREE Soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: Fighting 42.8% ★, 2D Fighter 30.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%, 2.5D 5.7%, Arcade 5.2%
- #16 Slap City
86% matchVery Positive95% of 2,889 reviews2020
Dev: Ludosity
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Slap City is a Seriously Fun platform fighter with a perfect mix of characters from the Ludosity universe. Play Locally or Online. Slap it hard in Ranked or fast and loose in Slap Ball game mode. We are the original inventors of Clutch Technology.
Why similar: Fighting 45.5% ★, 2D Fighter 21.1%, 2.5D 13.7%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%
- #17 GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
86% matchVery Positive88% of 66,606 reviews2021
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 17.1 hrsMean: 82.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 35.9% ★, 2D Fighter 26.8%, 2.5D 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 7%, PvP 5.4%
- #18 Rage of the Dragons NEO
85% matchPositive90% of 42 reviews2024
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Engage in intense tag team battles in Rage of the Dragons NEO! Play the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games with brand exclusive content!
Why similar: Fighting 29.2% ★, 2D Fighter 25.8%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Arcade 7.5%, PvP 7.2%
- #19 Street Fighter V
84% matchMixed68% of 44,180 reviews2016
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 63.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the intensity of head-to-head battles with Street Fighter® V! Choose from 16 iconic characters, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options.
Why similar: Fighting 54.1% ★, 2D Fighter 20.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.9%, Multiplayer 6%, Arcade 5%
- #20 5 Force Fighters
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kaizen Creed
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 Force Fighters is a 2D fighting game with a cast of unstoppable characters, and a combat system that boasts universal offensive and defensive options. Unravel the story of 5 teens blessed with elemental powers, but cursed with scarred pasts that have led them to a common, but destructive, goal.
Why similar: Fighting 33.3% ★, 2D Fighter 28.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Multiplayer 7.2%, 2.5D 5.4%
- #21 Gender Bender
84% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Rhino Dev
Windows
Hate it when video games force you to identify as gender binary? Want some more options? Want the gender universe brought to life? Watch the genders fresh off of tumblr battle it out in the newest action-fighter of the season. *Not all genders implemented. (yet)
Why similar: Fighting 39.3% ★, 2D Fighter 33.7%, Local Multiplayer 18.7%, Action 5.8%, Indie 2.5%
- #22 Street Fighter™ 6
81% matchVery Positive82% of 78,644 reviews2023
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 25.3 hrsMean: 120.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
Why similar: Fighting 40.6% ★, 2D Fighter 33.1%, Arcade 6.7%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.5%
- #23 Swordmin'z Dream
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: sleeeeeenkyPub: LOVELY SLINKGAMES
Windows
Swordmin'z Dream is a lovely little mini-maximalist fighting game for two-to-four players. Quick matches, high stakes, unique characters and strong parry mechanics. Will you follow your dream?
Why similar: Fighting 33.2% ★, 2D Fighter 27.8%, 2.5D 11.6%, PvP 7.1%, Multiplayer 5.2%
- #24 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
82% matchVery Positive82% of 4,223 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!
Why similar: Fighting 57.2% ★, 2D Fighter 21.6%, Arcade 7.8%, Multiplayer 5.3%, 2.5D 5.1%
- #25 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 322 reviews2022
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Phantom Breaker Omnia is a fast-paced 2-D anime fighting game that features 20 unique characters, pitted against one another to make their greatest wishes come true. The ability to choose between 3 fighting styles will appeal to seasoned gamers while making the game accessible to newcomers.
Why similar: Fighting 46.1% ★, 2D Fighter 31.7%, PvP 6.3%, Action 5.3%, Multiplayer 5.1%
- #26 DAIR
79% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Teridax
Windows
A complex fighting game with one attack. Features fast-paced, expressive movement and rollback netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 31.4% ★, 2D Fighter 27.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%, PvP 7.6%, Multiplayer 7%
- #27 The Skeletons Are Fighting
78% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: SteamyDev
Windows
A traditional, ground-based 2.5D fighting game (with skeletons) that takes a lot of inspiration from anime/hyper fighters. A nice balance between eccentric mechanics and slower, footsies-based neutral.
Why similar: Fighting 32.8% ★, 2D Fighter 28.7%, 2.5D 13.5%, PvP 7.3%, Multiplayer 6.7%
- #28 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
79% matchVery Positive95% of 5,309 reviews2015
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KOF 2002 UM is the 2nd title in the UM Series and a fully upgraded ver. of KOF 2002, a masterpiece of the KOF Series deserving its place of honor alongside KOF ’98. Based on THE NESTS CHRONICLES, 2002 UM includes the most characters of any title in the KOF Series, and fighting game history!
Why similar: Fighting 48.1% ★, 2D Fighter 29.8%, Arcade 8.1%, Multiplayer 5%, Local Multiplayer 4.8%
- #29 NAIR
78% matchVery Positive94% of 89 reviews2021
Dev: Teridax
Windows
A simple fighting game with one attack. Features fast-paced, expressive movement and rollback netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 31.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.2%, PvP 7.7%, Multiplayer 6.9%
- #30 Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,250 reviews2019
Dev: 羽良麻セルフ
Windows
Ultra Fight Kyanta 2 is a fighting game with a frantic pace and easy to learn controls. You can perform special attacks using single button presses! Fight in 2D battles across various modes using teams of hand-drawn characters.
Why similar: Fighting 47.7% ★, 2D Fighter 34.6%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Demons 6.2%, Action 3.3%
- #31 CHOPSTICKS: Stick Figure Fighting
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Linear Interpolation
Windows
CHOPSTICKS is a stick figure fighting game set across the globe. With just one attack button and a focus on parrying, strategy is key. Each map opens up unique gameplay opportunities with map specific elements: from giant lasers to sticks that can be used as swords!
Why similar: Fighting 31.2% ★, 2D Fighter 26.2%, Local Multiplayer 14.7%, Multiplayer 8.8%, Violent 6.5%
- #32 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 567 reviews2020
Dev: HiFight
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 43%
FOOTSIES is a simple 2D ground-based fighting game that both new and experienced players can pick up and enjoy right away. Featuring online battle mode with rollback netcode, implemented using GGPO open-source codes.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.9%, Fighting 36.4% ★, PvP 8.4%, Arcade 7.9%, Multiplayer 5%
- #33 剣撃クロスゾーン
76% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: 攻勢道場
Windows
"剣撃クロスゾーン" (KenGeki CrossZone) An original 2D fighting game. Strong attack! There are many offsets! The more buttons you press, the better! Easy operation with special move button!
Why similar: Fighting 40.5% ★, 2D Fighter 35.9%, Multiplayer 8.8%, PvP 8.8%, Action 4.1%
- #34 Arcus Chroma: Classic
75% matchVery Positive94% of 160 reviews2024
Dev: Gx Development
Windows · Mac
Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles! Arcus Chroma is an offline juggle combo fighting game where dodging and countering are the keys to victory. With a truly unique cast to choose from, let your mind run wild as you master the game's creative combo system.
Why similar: Fighting 38.8% ★, 2D Fighter 34.9%, 2.5D 12.8%, Multiplayer 5.3%, PvP 3.9%
- #35 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
75% matchVery Positive91% of 562 reviews2019
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game such as training mode, online matches, etc.
Why similar: Fighting 43.6% ★, 2D Fighter 30.4%, Gore 14%, Action 7.8%, Arcade 4.2%
- #36 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
74% matchVery Positive81% of 1,676 reviews2018
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!
Why similar: Fighting 43.6% ★, 2D Fighter 36.7%, Action 7.1%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Arcade 6.1%
- #37 GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
73% matchVery Positive94% of 11,064 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 31.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
Why similar: Fighting 49.3% ★, 2D Fighter 26.7%, 2.5D 6.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #38 DRAGON BALL FighterZ
73% matchVery Positive90% of 76,687 reviews2018
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 59.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 44.8% ★, 2D Fighter 22.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Arcade 3.6%
- #39 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
74% matchVery Positive91% of 3,114 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
After “KOF '98”, often praised by the fans as the best installment in the “KOF” series, and “KOF ’98 UM” 10 years later, “KOF ’98” returns now on the Steam PC gaming platform in an ultimate and final version with THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
Why similar: Fighting 56.4% ★, 2D Fighter 24.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Multiplayer 3.8%, Local Multiplayer 3.5%
- #40 Idol Showdown
72% matchVery Positive94% of 5,840 reviews2023
Dev: Besto Game TeamPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Made by hololive fans, for hololive fans. Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.1%, Fighting 31.2% ★, PvP 8.5%, Arcade 8%, Multiplayer 4.9%
- #41 SkullStars: Supernova
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SkullStarsPub: Fungi Studios
Windows
SkullStars: Supernova looms over us in the funk of outer space! A 2D anime fighting game with stylish 3D models. Fight your way to become a SkullStar with an electrifying soundtrack. The five points of the universe will reconnect!
Why similar: Fighting 45.8% ★, 2D Fighter 32.9%, 2.5D 8.3%, PvP 4.6%, Action 3.4%
- #42 Breakers Collection
71% matchVery Positive91% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Breakers Collection features both of the original games (Breakers and Breakers Revenge) and a brand new content for the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games, that was released in 1996 for the Neogeo and Arcades.
Why similar: Fighting 27.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Arcade 8.2%, PvP 7.5%
- #43 决奕Duel
73% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: 逆熵工作室
Windows
A fighting game without fighting mechanism.
Why similar: Fighting 37.4% ★, 2D Fighter 37.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, PvP 9.3%, Action 5.1%
- #44 Iron Snout
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 17,477 reviews2016
Dev: SnoutUp
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.9%, Fighting 32.1% ★, Gore 11.4%, Violent 4.2%, Action 3.3%
- #45 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,468 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this collection of 12 Street Fighter games, four groundbreaking titles let you hop online and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode or play with friends.
Why similar: Fighting 45.5% ★, 2D Fighter 33.3%, Arcade 7.2%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.2%
- #46 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
70% matchVery Positive82% of 398 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
The ULTIMATE collection is here! It all began in ’93, and now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home in a new stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured!
Why similar: Fighting 45% ★, 2D Fighter 33%, Action 6.9%, PvP 6.1%, Multiplayer 6%
- #47 Ultra Street Fighter® IV
70% matchVery Positive91% of 16,973 reviews2014
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV.
Why similar: Fighting 61.7% ★, 2D Fighter 15.5%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%, Arcade 6.5%, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #48 Topdown Showdown
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Team Ryzal
Windows
The premier top down Smash inspired fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 36.8% ★, 2D Fighter 26.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Multiplayer 8.5%, PvP 7.6%
- #49 Bubble Battle
68% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Ponder Soft
Windows · Linux
Bubble Battle is a retro online/local multiplayer fighting game inspired by arcade classics. Players fly around with one simple objective: burst opponents’ bubbles before they burst yours. Collect powerups and out-maneuver opponents for fast-paced, addictive fun!
Why similar: Fighting 31.8% ★, 2D Fighter 29.1%, Local Multiplayer 15.5%, Multiplayer 9.4%, PvP 5.2%
- #50 Stickfigurez
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Bidou
Windows
STICKFIGUREZ is an indie platform fighter featuring iconic characters from classic stick figure animations. Play with up to 4 players locally or online!
Why similar: Fighting 33.6% ★, 2D Fighter 31.8%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Multiplayer 9.4%, Combat 4.5%
- #51 Brawlout
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 814 reviews2018
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!
Why similar: Fighting 51.2% ★, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Action 3.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.1%
- #52 Pillow Champ
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frosty Pop
Windows · Mac
Challenge the world one pillow at a time in this irreverent 2.5D fighting game. Featuring a range of singleplayer options, local multiplayer, and online multiplayer with rollback netcode!
Why similar: Fighting 34.5% ★, 2D Fighter 25.6%, Local Multiplayer 14%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Arcade 7.1%
- #53 Gemion Function
66% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Nagooyen
Windows
Chaotic 2v2 action where all 4 players clash at the exact same time! Master the frame-perfect parry mechanic and equip one of 6 powerful Gems to alter your team's playstyle. Play with 3 friends in smooth online matches powered by GGPO rollback netcode.
Why similar: Fighting 27.9% ★, 2D Fighter 25.1%, 2.5D 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 9%, Arcade 7.6%
- #54 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
68% matchVery Positive89% of 352 reviews2017
Dev: FK DigitalPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!
Why similar: Fighting 46% ★, 2D Fighter 40.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%, Action 5.4%, Difficult 1.7%
- #55 Nidhogg 2
67% matchVery Positive81% of 1,322 reviews2017
Dev: Messhof
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.
Why similar: Fighting 36.6% ★, Local Multiplayer 22.3%, 2D Fighter 14.3%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Gore 6.4%
- #56 Lethal League
67% matchVery Positive94% of 6,070 reviews2014
Dev: Team Reptile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lethal League is a competitive projectile fighting game where you have to hit an anti-gravity ball into the face of your opponent to win. The ball speeds up with every strike, up to explosively extreme velocities. Play intense local matches with friends and foes, challenge yourself in the singleplayer mode or battle it out online.
Why similar: Fighting 41.5% ★, 2D Fighter 24.9%, Local Multiplayer 16%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Arcade 3.7%
- #57 THE LAST BLADE 2
67% matchVery Positive91% of 417 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This widely revered NEOGEO masterpiece is finally available on STEAM! Not only a perfect port of the original game, the STEAM version of THE LAST BLADE 2 will allow players from across the globe to fight against each other online / locally in epic battles in online Multiplayer Mode.
Why similar: Fighting 45.8% ★, 2D Fighter 34.1%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 10%
- #58 SAMURAI SHODOWN
66% matchVery Positive81% of 1,718 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.5%, Fighting 26.4% ★, Gore 8.8%, Multiplayer 7.2%, PvP 7%