Games Like Holo X Break

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 40.4%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Anime 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Local Co-Op 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a polished, colorful side-scrolling experience with deep combat mechanics and a distinct anime aesthetic.

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 36.6%, Anime 14.3%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title is a direct stylistic match, offering fast-paced, side-scrolling beat-em-up action with a heavy emphasis on cute anime characters.

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.9%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action RPG 14.2%, Anime 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game features the same high-energy beat-em-up gameplay, vibrant anime-inspired pixel art, and strong female protagonists.

Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game.

Why similar: Anime 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Cute 11.9%, Colorful 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: As another major Hololive-themed title, it shares the same charming character designs and addictive, action-packed gameplay loop.

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 59.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Action 8%, Local Co-Op 5.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for modern side-scrolling beat-em-ups, offering fluid combat and a colorful, updated art style.

Take control of Freesia as she protects Lita Forest by beating the living daylights out of enemies invading the forest!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.9%, Anime 24.5%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Cute 7.5%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title features a female protagonist in a fast-paced, anime-styled action game that focuses on clearing waves of enemies.

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 32.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Anime 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired beat-em-up that focuses on female police officers fighting through waves of enemies with an anime aesthetic.

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 48.8%, Side Scroller 20%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Local Co-Op 5.3%, Colorful 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers the same fast-paced, arcade-style cooperative beat-em-up experience with beautiful, modern pixel graphics.

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 38.1%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Local Co-Op 9%, Anime 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep, technical combat mechanics and a retro-inspired aesthetic that will appeal to fans of classic arcade beat-em-ups.

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 31.3%, 4 Player Local 12.6%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Co-op 10.3%, Local Co-Op 9%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action game that mixes beat-em-up mechanics with RPG elements and a colorful, distinct visual style.

Young Souls is a gorgeous 2D brawler meets story-rich action RPG. Fight hordes of belligerent goblins, level up with hundreds of weapons and accessories, explore, and journey between worlds, as rebellious twins battle their way to save their foster father.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, Action RPG 18.5%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Co-op 8.8%, Colorful 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines beat-em-up combat with RPG elements and features two female protagonists navigating a stylish, colorful world.

Take the role of Princess Solange of DeLuxia as she fights to restore order in a world overrun with monsters. Armed with the legendary sword DeLuxcalibur, Solange gathers a team of fighters, and together they embark on an epic journey to confront the monster uprising and uncover its secret origins.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.9%, Action RPG 17.5%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Anime 10.3%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: It blends side-scrolling beat-em-up action with RPG character progression and a distinct anime art style.

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Side Scroller 22%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Anime 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Cute 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: While it leans into the metroidvania genre, it shares the cute anime aesthetic, pixel art, and bullet-hell action found in Holo X Break.

Coffee Crisis is an neo-rogue brawler that puts you in the shoes of the only baristas on Earth with enough heavy metal in their veins to fend off an alien assault. Play solo or join up with a friend to fight across eight locations ranging from your Coffee House HQ to the far reaches of outer space.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.2%, Action 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, retro-styled beat-em-up that offers straightforward, arcade-style action and colorful pixel art.

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 49.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 7.4%, Side Scroller 7.2%, Local Co-Op 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of classic beat-em-ups with a vibrant, comic-book-inspired pixel art style and satisfying combat.

Join ogre sisters Ran, Hana, and Yume, and their feline mentor, Iroha, in a battle against fairytale folkheroes-turned-villains via this action-packed tongue-in-cheek 2D beat-em-up romp set in modern-day Japan!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Anime 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Cute 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This beat-em-up features three sisters as protagonists in a Japanese-inspired setting with fast-paced, anime-style action.

Guide Vivian the Vagrant, through vibrant and dynamic landscapes while hacking and slashing a path from a quiet coastal village through mysterious forests, haunted castles, and wrecked battlegrounds. When the endless barrage of enemies have been vanquished, what solace will be left for our hero?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.4%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Beat 'em up 21.8%, Anime 9.6%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features a strong female protagonist and beautiful hand-drawn art that emphasizes fast-paced, side-scrolling combat.

Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.8%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Anime 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish action-platformer with pixel graphics and anime-inspired combat that feels very similar to side-scrolling beat-em-ups.

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.4%, 4 Player Local 16.7%, Co-op 9.7%, Local Co-Op 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, colorful, and chaotic cooperative beat-em-up that shares the same pick-up-and-play appeal as Holo X Break.

Speed Brawl is a co-op platform beat 'em up about moving fast and hitting hard! Maintain your momentum, build your combos, and unleash powerful special moves. Find your own fighting style, and assemble the finest team of brawlers ever seen. Then do it all again faster... faster... FASTER!!!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Co-op 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, 2D combat-racer that focuses on momentum and fluid, beat-em-up style action.

The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.4%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic beat-em-up genre that introduces roguelite elements and a large roster of unique characters.

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 35.4%, 4 Player Local 16.2%, Side Scroller 16%, Local Co-Op 10%, Co-op 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game features beat-em-up combat, cooperative play, and a vibrant, hand-drawn art style.

Himari was ambushed! Help her hold out as long as possible, attack enemies, use magic to slay them, maintain Himari’s health level, so she could fight on, and also do not miss!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.8%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Anime 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, indie side-scroller that features a female protagonist and charming pixel art.

Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.3%, Side Scroller 20%, Action RPG 16.7%, Anime 9%, Combat 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that features side-scrolling combat and a colorful, anime-inspired visual presentation.

A hard-hitting action packed beat ‘em up in the vein of classic arcade titles. Featuring stunning pixel art and a thumping soundtrack with exclusive tracks from Utah Saints! Brawl with bad dudes and tough girls as you fight through dangerous environments.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, classic-style beat-em-up that emphasizes tight controls and arcade-style progression.

"Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate" is a side-scrolling beat-'em-up with the heart of a fighting game, showcasing nostalgic pixel art and the latest cross-platform online multiplayer. Experience the biggest and most expansive entry in the "Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds" series to date!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.5%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Anime 10.4%, Local Co-Op 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

In Kawaii Deathu Desu, supernatural beings find themselves incarnated as cute japanese idols! Pick a supernatural idol and beat the hell out of - no pun intended - as many overzealous fans as you can in this addictive beat'em up as you work your way up to claim the throne of the underworld!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.5%, Anime 12.3%, PvE 10%, Cute 8.1%, Combat 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, anime-themed beat-em-up that focuses on simple, repetitive combat against waves of enemies.

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: Anime 30%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Action 11.6%, Combat 9.1%, 2D 8.4%

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 34.2%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Anime 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%, Co-op 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This beat-em-up features a unique, dark-humored anime style and intense, side-scrolling combat.

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 31.7%, Action RPG 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Colorful 6%

Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.5%, 4 Player Local 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action RPG 8.5%

A hololive fangame featuring Inugami Korone of hololive GAMERS! Collect as many Korone Boxes as possible while contending with an endless onslaught of enemies and bosses using whatever weapons you happen to pick up!

Why similar: Anime 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Action 15.9%, Cute 14.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%

Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.6%, Female Protagonist 26.2%, Anime 19.5%, Cute 13%, Action 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-style action game that focuses on high-speed combat and a female protagonist fighting against waves of enemies.

Jump back in time and free your inner caveman. Smash heads in this local cooperative platformer game. Play solo or team up with up to 4 players. Inspired by games like New Super Mario, Joe & Mac, Metal Slug and Trine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, 4 Player Local 15.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Local Co-Op 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling beat-em-up that emphasizes cooperative play and chaotic, arcade-style action.

Liberated from the shackles of power, La+ led the HoloX members and the army to invade Earth! You must gather the members of the HoloLive and stop them.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.6%, Anime 28.1%, Casual 23.2%, PvE 16%

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Anime 13%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Cute 10.4%

Beat everyone in the school and save your beloved girlfriend in this anime-inspired Beat Em Up game!, as Sakura high calls for a new Hero. Will you answer the call and save her?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Anime 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Colorful 6.3%

A bullet hell shoot 'em up featuring hololive’s Sakura Miko! hololive has been possessed by evil spirits! Combine melee and ranged combat with a variety of items to fight your friends and set them free!

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, PvE 12.1%, Anime 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

『FUBUKI ~zero in on Holoearth~』is a high-speed pixel action game where you control the protagonist, Shirakami Fubuki, and battle using swords and skills.

Why similar: Side Scroller 46.8%, Pixel Graphics 24.9%, Action 20.4%, Anime 7.9%

Ratatan is a rhythm roguelike action game that combines rhythm games and side-scrolling action, with online co-op gameplay supporting up to 4 players. An intense battle unfolds with over 100 characters fighting in a massive melee. Let's defeat the enemies together!

Why similar: Anime 31.2%, Cute 19.6%, Co-op 18.2%, 2D 9.9%, Action 8.6%

A colorful cast of pixel-art Umamusume are all in line and ready to compete in the Slapdash Grand Prix, a school festival featuring four zany events! Which team will run, shoot, and eat their way to gold and glory?

Why similar: 4 Player Local 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Anime 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Cute 10.3%

Nitro Express is a 2D side-view gun action game where cute pixel-art girls shoot assault weapons with 360° free aiming in the streets of Japan!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.4%, Side Scroller 22%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Anime 7.3%, Cute 7.2%

Say hello to a fantasy themed action arcade brick breaker! Featuring cute characters, silly humor, powerful magic, crazy bosses, and even local 2 player co-op mode!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.3%, Anime 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Cute 9.6%, Local Co-Op 7.8%

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 4 Player Local 16.4%, Action RPG 12.9%, PvE 6.7%

A robbery has taken place! Four Diva's from around the world are showcasing their treasures at the local lounge but things have gone south. It's time to fight back!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.3%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Female Protagonist 19%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Action 4.9%

Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.3%, Cute 15.5%, Action 11.4%, Colorful 11%, Fantasy 8.7%

"YumeCore" is a new type of game combining side-scrolling beat-’em-up action with adventure-style investigation that puts the “aii” in “kawaii.” Fight your way through the waking dreams of the sickly girl Soboko to escape the hospital.

Why similar: Anime 34.5%, Action 24.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Cute 19.3%

Welcome to the Age of Advent! Play four minigames based on the members of hololive -Advent-! Save the Moai with Bijou, make a soup with Nerissa, try not to crash with FUWAMOCO, and avoid the gaze of Shiori!

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.7%, Anime 16.8%, Colorful 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Cute 9.6%

RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!

Why similar: Anime 18.6%, Co-op 17.9%, Cute 13%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Fantasy 8.4%

Wielding magical blades, four girls must fight back the encroaching waves of monsters in this exhilarating hack-and-slash action game!

Why similar: Action 23.9%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Casual 20.3%, Anime 18.8%, Cute 9.8%

The Takeover is a side-scrolling beat'em up inspired by 90's classics such as Streets of Rage and Final Fight. Battle solo or alongside a friend in local co-op while listening to awesome tunes from Little V Mills, Richie Branson, James Ronald and industry legend Yuzo Koshiro!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 70%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Local Co-Op 7.8%, Action 5.6%, Casual 4%

Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Co-op 9.1%

Earth’s Dawn is looming and the fate of the planet hangs in the balance! Dive into frantic side-scrolling combat and take the fight to the alien horde before destroying hulking bosses!

Why similar: Side Scroller 38.2%, Beat 'em up 37.1%, Action 18.7%, 2D 6.1%

In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.7%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Anime 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Cute 8.2%

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 37.1%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Combat 7.6%

RWBY: GRIMM ECLIPSE is a 4 player, online co-op, hack and slash game based upon Rooster Teeth’s international hit series RWBY.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Anime 11.2%, Linear 8.5%, Cute 7.4%

Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.8%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Anime 10.9%, Co-op 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

With Gamindustri on the brink of destruction, Nepgear and the Candidates must band together and restore order!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.1%, Action RPG 19.8%, Anime 16.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Action 9.8%

Vanguard Princess is a classic 2D fighting game that features an all-female cast each with its own unique fighting style. Choose from ten girls and pair them with a powerful partner to form an unstoppable team. Navigate their journeys in Story Mode or engage in head-to-head battles in Versus Mode.

Why similar: Anime 21.6%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Cute 8.3%