Games Like Journey to the West(暴躁西游)

Phil's Contract is a 2D platformer with fast-paced movement, unique movesets and varied gameplay styles. Featuring charming, yet grimy pixel art inspired from the likes of flash animations.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Side Scroller 24.5%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Cartoony 6.5%

Put an end to the chaos in this 2D action platformer! Engage in hand-to-hand combat against the gangs of Everseam, earn upgrades, and take down bosses vying for control of the city

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.5%, Side Scroller 15.8%, 1980s 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

Hey, man! Ren & Stimpy are back in a collection of games that will satisfy even the sickest little monkeys. Don't be an eediot - add this to your game library today, you filthy swine!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, 1990's 16.6%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%

Take control of Azula in this action-packed beat-em-up adventure game, where you will recover your abilities as you progress through the simulation. Use close combat attacks and powerful electrical strikes to defeat your enemies and reach the end!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Side Scroller 25.1%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 10%, Action 5.5%

A side scrolling action love letter to Kung Fu Master / Spartan X. Jump, dodge, and kick your way through a flood of increasingly challenging enemies and stage bosses.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, 1980s 11.6%, Action 10.3%

Grab your weapons and delve into this action side-scroller intense adventure. Jump around and explore the insane levels. Shoot and dodge your way through enemies. Fight to find your friend and solve the disappearance!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Cartoony 8.7%

Search for lost treasure in this Indiana Jones style adventure. Your quest for fortune and glory will not be easy however. Few ever return from their expeditions into the deep jungles. So, if you are brave enough, the "Jungles of Maxtheria" awaits!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, 1980s 12.3%, Action-Adventure 10.6%

Astation is a digital game console that takes inspiration from the retro 999-in-1 cartridges. Dive into the world of Astation to discover a wide variety of games!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.3%, 1980s 16.1%, Side Scroller 14.3%, 1990's 13.4%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

Open the game, incarnate the warrior, pour the bullet on the enemy, smash the ambition of the evil army! STG + "store" system. Targeted purchase of props, strengthen the ability, is the key to customs clearance. You can choose a number of soldiers with different performance.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action 10.7%, Retro 6.7%

Play as Kaida, a koi who is reluctantly thrown in to save, not just her pond, but the entire river from a poison that turns the habitants into raged filled monsters. In this story driven action-adventure you will slug it out with some of these river dwellers, friend and foe, to save your home!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.9%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Hand-drawn 6.6%

Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Side Scroller 15%, 1990's 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%

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 30.9%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 1980s 12%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Cartoony 8.1%

Little Monster is a hand painted side scroller beat ‘em up where you play as Stormy, a monster under the bed who protects us from our nightmares. Protect the dream! Explore the realms! Rescue your friends!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.6%, Side Scroller 28.4%, Action 6.6%, 2D 5.3%, Linear 5.1%

You got a long way, full of dangers and bloody battles with adepts of an ancient cult. Find out who is responsible for the deaths of your husband and son, and bring them duly punishment!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.3%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Mythology 18.9%, Action 9.9%, Combat 3.9%

Do I have to beat the enemy? A gentle 2D action game where you don't have to beat the enemy.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.2%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Action 13.1%, Retro 9.9%, 2D 5.9%

Jump, punch, and whip enemies as you guide Cham the Cat through her action packed treasure hunt in this retro action platformer!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Side Scroller 18.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, 1980s 11.3%

It's super hard! Physics-unfriendly action! This is an action game in which you move with your hoof.This robot can neither walk nor jump.It just hangs and shifts its weight.Let's swing and fall our way to the goal far beyond!DIFFICULTY★★★★★

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.1%, Side Scroller 19.1%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, 1980s 13.8%, 1990's 11.4%

Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.7%, Side Scroller 22.7%, 1980s 17.2%, Action 9.7%, 2D 4.8%

Brawl through the city in hard-hitting pixel art style inspired by arcade classics! Inspired by arcade beat ’em ups of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Fallen City Brawl is a story of ambition and revenge told through intense side-scrolling pixel art action.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.5%, Side Scroller 24.4%, 1980s 12.6%, 1990's 9.4%, Action 5.9%

Super Comboman is a colorful beat ‘em up with wacky characters and fast-paced fighting game combat set in a destructible sticker based world. Fluid combos and upgradable moves allow you to smash and juggle enemies with air and ground combos, while developing your own style in the process.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Action-Adventure 9%, Cartoony 8.8%

Flee the Fallen is a thrilling 2D zombie survival game where you fight relentless undead, switch between powerful weapons, and battle through intense encounters. Every moment tests your reflexes, strategy, and will to survive.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Action-Adventure 6.1%

"Mage World - The Wizard's Stone" offers a mystical platformer journey, on your adventure you need to beat bosses to get new spells. Be the heroine in 79+ levels and bring back the peace to the kingdom of Mage World.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, 1990's 13.5%, Cartoony 11.4%

You are a female super soldier trying to escape from the invaded base by unknown intruders. (A 2D Sci-fi Platformer, Megaman-like style, but with hack and slash.)

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, Beat 'em up 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Side Scroller 18.6%, 1980s 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Cartoony 11%

A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Side Scroller 18.1%, 1980s 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.9%

A fun 16-bit style platformer where you play a caveman fighting against bandits and dinosaurs. It is perfect for carefree gaming and a must for kids as well as for those who want to experience that 1990s nostalgia!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, 1980s 15.5%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, 1990's 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.1%

A short, arcade-style throw back to the beat 'em ups of the early 90's. Use the money you beat out of wealthy criminals to charge your power attacks while attempting to find the mastermind behind the criminal racket taking over your city.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Side Scroller 18.7%, 1980s 12%, Cartoony 9.4%, Action 9%

Icarus, a classic side-scrolling space shoot-em-up tribute! - Thumping soundtrack, Bosses, Multiples, Power-ups, Secrets, BIG levels... ...Give the (free) work in progress / teaser demo a try!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Side Scroller 25.3%, 1980s 13.2%, 1990's 9.3%, Retro 9.2%

Three classic action games return in the Earnest Evans Collection: Earnest Evans, El Viento, and Anett Returns! Can you put an end to Al Capone's evil plans and thwart the resurrection of the Dark Lord Hastur?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, 1990's 14.7%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action-Adventure 6.9%

Big Chief embarks on a quest for justice & cold hard cash in this retro brawler. Packed with eye-popping pixel art, 8-bit bangers, & a Singaporean twist, it’s as bizarre as beat ‘em ups get. Welcome to Owe Money Pay Money (O$P$)!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.2%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, 1980s 13.2%, Hand-drawn 10.8%

お菓子の国に住む、砂糖菓子のウサギ「ラビィ」は、さらわれたヒロインを助けるために、ケーキの山を登っていく。 立ちはだかるのは、チョコレートウサギ「クロ」の手下たちだ。奴らを踏み越え、最深部へ向かおう！

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.7%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Action 11.9%, Cartoony 10.8%

Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, a bloody retro fighting beat em up with frenetic action and a lot of fun and references to the Terrifier franchise.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.9%, Side Scroller 17.1%, 1980s 14.2%, 1990's 10.4%, Cartoony 7.8%

Arkwright is a retro 2d action platformer set in a dark 8-bit world. Battle with your sword, face the undead, werewolves, cultists and infernal creatures through 6 levels.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.7%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, 1980s 12.8%, 1990's 9%

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 37.7%, Side Scroller 22%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Retro 6.8%, Action 6.3%

4 player local co-op barbarian themed hack & slash adventure! Get a feel for your playstyle; from the brutal barbarian, the agile elven archer, the acrobatic tribal warrior, or the devious rogue. Then set off together with friends (or alone!) and slay the undead and demon army of the evil overlord!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.8%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Mythology 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, 1990's 10.8%

A satirical hand-drawn 2D action platformer where a grizzly bear runs, jumps, and mauls his way through enemies in solo or local co-op. Blending fast-paced combat and platforming with a nostalgic, poster-inspired art style, every level feels handcrafted and full of character.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Beat 'em up 19.1%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Action 8.9%

Muscles Over Magic is a 2D action-platformer, beat-em-up with a love story. As the only non-magic user in the Kingdom, earn your chance to marry the Princess by leaving no other suitor left standing. Which will prevail in the end? Muscles or Magic?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.7%, Side Scroller 24.4%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Hand-drawn 6.4%

This is an independent game! It has a unique way of playing. I hope you can enjoy it! It's definitely worth it!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, 1980s 13.7%, Action 11.5%

-15 Huge Levels. -Nine Mutant Special Abilities. -Hold Up To Four Guns At Once. -Beat Your Enemy With Crates, Barrels, Or Cars.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Action 13.2%, Combat 4.9%

You’re Rasta Santa, an undercover cop disguised as Santa, waging war on traffickers. Shoot, slash, raid hideouts, rescue children, and defend the orphanage in a high-skill 2D action-platformer.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action 10.1%

MOON MAN: THE GAME is a 2d platformer shooter. In this game you will find many different worlds and weapons to use. The game is inspired by a certain someone.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, 1980s 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Step into the mystical world of OverRealm, where you step into the rhythm and fight invasive creatures!

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.3%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Mythology 14.9%, Action-Adventure 13%, Cartoony 11%

The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Side Scroller 18%, 1980s 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, 1990's 12.5%

River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, Side Scroller 19.2%, 1980s 15.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Relive the legend of Goliath and save the world from destruction.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, 1990's 11.7%

This game, "FORTRESS DEFENDER", is a side-scrolling power-up shooting game with an 80's flavor. Defeat the enemies that appear one after another, dodge their attacks, and aim for the boss that lurks in the depths of the stage. There are a total of eight stages with various tricks and bosses.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Side Scroller 22.8%, 1980s 15.7%, 1990's 10.9%, Retro 9.1%

Jump into this new battle in this new side-scrolling shoot’em-up, face enemies and obstacles from every corner of the Milkdromeda Galaxy and encounter strange fun transformations that change the way the game plays.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Side Scroller 20.4%, 1990's 14.6%, Cartoony 11.2%, Action-Adventure 11.1%

SlaveFighterX is a 2D side scrolling lewd fantasy Beat´em up, where you fight old school arcade style against hordes of voluptuous enemies and unique bosses while ripping each other’s clothes apart!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Cartoony 8.9%

“Join Flare, the grooviest bounty hunter, as she battles notorious criminals for fame and fortune in this stylish 2D beat 'em up. Enter a colorful, hand-drawn world, and unleash fiery kicks, hair attacks, and chaotic combos—each showdown moving her closer to the ultimate funky hideaway!”

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.6%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Cartoony 10.4%, Hand-drawn 9.7%, Linear 5.6%

Arm Yourself! The Goblins Are Coming! Become the last line of defense to protect your lords treasure from unrelenting attacks from goblin hordes. In this action based tower defense style game protect your lords treasure chests from goblin raiders.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Cartoony 11.1%, Action 10.9%

Welcome to a universe where cheese is deadlier than lasers and extra bacon counts as heavy armor. Evil mutant pizzas have invaded your home planet, melting cities, clogging arteries and plotting to steal every spice in existence.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, 1980s 9.7%, Action 9.2%

Two baseball playing sisters have been kidnapped by aliens, now they have to use their athletic skills to avoid hazards, solve puzzles, and most importantly bash some slimy creatures to bits in this hand drawn platformer beat-em-up!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.2%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Action 9.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

A fast-paced run-and-gun shooter in the spirit of the classics — shoot, jump, and shred monsters to energetic music.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, 2D Platformer 23%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Action 7.5%

MAGNIFIKOS: Step into the chaotic circus! This retro beat 'em up is your ticket to smashing a bizarre clown posse terrorizing the streets. Wield a variety of weapons and items to fight robot-zombie-clowns and creatures even more grotesque.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, 1980s 14.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, 1990's 9%, Retro 8.5%

A collection of seven retro beat 'em ups with enhanced features like rewind, cheats, screen filters, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 51.1%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 1990's 11.3%, Retro 10.4%, Action 9.5%

Embark on journey through the "Project: Artificial Legacy Saga" a four-part series, crafted to feel as if it was released across four console generations. Follow Kirana on her heroic journey, as she protects her family and her homeland from a mysterious evil force.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.6%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, 1980s 15.1%, Retro 10.9%

Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Side Scroller 25.8%, 1980s 14.9%, 1990's 11.2%, Action 6.7%

Flux Heroes is a side-scrolling beat ’em up focused on high-freedom combo combat. Fight through horizontal stages and boss battles with no fixed strings—launch, juggle, knock back, interrupt, and wall-bounce enemies to create your own skill-driven flow.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.9%, Side Scroller 28.8%, Action 10.5%, 2D 5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

HARD BALL WIKIE is a two-dimensional platform game. The game contains various dangers waiting for you.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.5%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, 1980s 9.2%

A pixel-art 2D action game in which four characters fight zombies. Manipulate the formation of four people, change the leading character, separate them, and conquer the stage. Collect weapons and items with everyone and aim for the goal. Enjoy the adventure of about 30 stages in all 7 areas!

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, 1990's 14%, Action 13.6%