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Games Like Kemono Heroes

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Local Co-Op, Action, Co-op, 2D.

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Dash, slash, and relive the golden age of couch co-op! Kemono Heroes blends run ‘n gun action with fast-paced ninja combat and 16-bit arcade vibes. Play solo or team up with friends for a wild adventure full of unlockable weapons, epic battles, and nonstop fun!

Reviews: Positive — 100% — of 40 reviews
Released: 2025-03-27
Developer: Mad Gear Games
Publisher: JanduSoft
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchMostly Positive74% of 315 reviews2023
    Dev: Tortuga Team
    Windows

    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 25.6%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, 4 Player Local 19.1%, Co-op 10.7%, Side Scroller 7.5%

  2. #2 Abathor
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 382 reviews2024
    Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.1%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Co-op 10.5%

  3. #3 Unruly Heroes
    96% matchMostly Positive76% of 960 reviews2019
    Dev: Magic Design Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 21.3%, 4 Player Local 16%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Co-op 9.1%, Side Scroller 6.9%

  4. #4 Pixel Game Maker Series DRAGON PEAK
    95% match8 user reviews25% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: CYBIRD Co.,Ltd.Pub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
    Windows

    Multiplayer support for up to four players! This is a "belt-scroll" x "free exploration" action game. Make full use of each character's individuality, solve the gimmicks hidden in the MAP, and defeat the final boss "Ancient Dragon" in all 5 stages!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Local Co-Op 20.8%, Co-op 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Multiplayer 7.7%

  5. #5 Mage Fort
    94% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: Fuzzy Code Studio LLC
    Windows

    Tower Defense meets magical action. Fire cat cannons. Build, repair, and upgrade your defenses. Master multiple mage classes. Mage Fort puts the focus on co-op action with a heavy defensive theme!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.2%, 4 Player Local 28.7%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Co-op 11.7%, Action 6.5%

  6. #6 Full Metal Furies
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 2,925 reviews2018
    Dev: Cellar Door Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 26.7%, Local Co-Op 19.7%, 4 Player Local 18.1%, Co-op 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

  7. #7 Fist Puncher
    93% matchMostly Positive71% of 312 reviews2013
    Dev: Team2Bit
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    The sinister Milkman holds the city of San Cruces in his nasty criminal grip, and it’s up to legendary black belt neurosurgeon Dr. Karate and the rest of the Fist Puncher team to deliver old-school justice to the lawless streets.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.6%, Local Co-Op 20.1%, 4 Player Local 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Action 6.2%

  8. #8 Shank
    92% matchVery Positive90% of 4,064 reviews2010
    Dev: Klei Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    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 36.9%, Local Co-Op 22.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Platformer 6.9%, Action 5.6%

  9. #9 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
    91% matchMixed40% of 230 reviews2014
    Dev: PD Design Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    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 34.2%, Local Co-Op 24%, Co-op 13.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Action 8.2%

  10. #10 Sacred Citadel
    91% matchMixed68% of 1,195 reviews2013
    Dev: SouthendPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    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 41.6%, Local Co-Op 21.4%, Co-op 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Action 6%

  11. #11 Shank 2
    90% matchVery Positive82% of 3,626 reviews2012
    Dev: Klei Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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 41.4%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Co-op 8.6%, Side Scroller 8%, Action 6.1%

  12. #12 Samurai Brothers
    89% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Greuh
    Windows

    Samurai Brothers is a fast paced shared-screen multiplayer game. In addition to the solo mode, two modes are available for multiplayer games. Do you want to fight against your friends ? Or work as a team against the multitude of enemies ?

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 20.2%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Co-op 10.3%

  13. #13 Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures
    89% matchMixed70% of 122 reviews2015
    Dev: Never Don't Play
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.3%, 4 Player Local 19%, Co-op 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 8.8%

  14. #14 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
    88% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,644 reviews2023
    Dev: Engine SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    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 39.9%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Co-op 8.2%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

  15. #15 Servonauts
    86% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2024
    Dev: MAXART GamesPub: Untold Tales
    Windows

    An absurd couch co-op gas station builder for 1-4 players! Manage a servo (that's Aussie for "gas station") as impatient space travellers demand service. Wrangle wobbly pipes, set up refineries, and mix the right fuels to build space gas stations with peak efficiency.

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 30.2%, Local Co-Op 23.2%, Co-op 15.4%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 6.3%

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    87% matchMostly Positive77% of 82 reviews2017
    Dev: JanduSoft
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 27.3%, 4 Player Local 20.8%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Platformer 7.9%, Co-op 7.7%

  17. #17 Stones of the Revenant
    86% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: ChickenCat Games
    Windows

    Retro-Arcade style platformer with six unique playable characters. Team up with local co-op or try to defeat the Revenant and his minions solo in this challenging quest to save the realm of the living!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.6%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 11%, Side Scroller 10%, Platformer 8.6%

  18. #18 King's Blade
    84% matchVery Positive88% of 67 reviews2025
    Dev: Alexey Suslin
    Windows

    King's Blade - a classic Beat 'em up, inspired by the universe of Conan the Barbarian and games like Golden Axe and Streets of Rage.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.1%, 4 Player Local 18.6%, Local Co-Op 18%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Multiplayer 6.8%

  19. #19 FukTopia
    85% matchMostly Negative33% of 18 reviews2020
    Dev: PixelArtGames
    Windows · Linux

    FukTopia is a post apocalyptic beat em up game.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.7%, 4 Player Local 17.5%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Co-op 9.6%, Action 8.1%

  20. #20 Final Exam
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,309 reviews2013
    Dev: Mighty Rocket StudioPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Local Co-Op 20%, Co-op 14.5%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Action 7.1%

  21. #21 Scott Pilgrim EX
    82% matchVery Positive85% of 489 reviews2026
    Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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 27.9%, 4 Player Local 18.4%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Co-op 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  22. #22 Techbrawlogy: Into the RoboDome
    83% match7 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Dog Spin Studios
    Windows

    Techbrawlogy: Into the RoboDome is a multiplayer split-screen beat 'em up with cartoon-styled characters. Players can cooperate with their team to fight robots, charging up their super meters to perform powerful attacks while doing so.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.8%, 4 Player Local 25.2%, Local Co-Op 20.9%, Co-op 10%, Action 6.3%

  23. #23 Disney Illusion Island Starring Mickey and Friends
    81% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2025
    Dev: Dlala StudiosPub: Disney
    Windows

    Mickey and Friends embark on an adventure to find three magical books and save the mysterious island of Monoth. Explore weird and wonderful biomes, meet unusual allies and face peculiar foes all in this hand-drawn 2D adventure.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.5%, 4 Player Local 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Co-op 11.9%

  24. #24 Satarichi: Heroes De Caelum
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sata Indie Games
    Windows

    Join the fight for Caelum in this cooperative action RPG for up to 4 players. Control legendary heroes in real-time combat as you explore an epic world based on Satarichi's original novel. Enjoy the adventure with friends locally or through Remote Play Together.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.2%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, 4 Player Local 18.3%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Multiplayer 8.4%

  25. #25 Dawn of the Monsters
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 153 reviews2022
    Dev: 13AM GamesPub: WayForward
    Windows

    The cataclysmic battle between giant monsters has begun in this manga-inspired, side-scrolling, kaiju beat-'em-up!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Co-op 12.3%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.7%

  26. #26 Guacamelee! 2
    80% matchVery Positive91% of 3,369 reviews2018
    Dev: Drinkbox Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 21.2%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, 4 Player Local 15.7%, Co-op 9.9%, Platformer 7.5%

  27. #27 Abathor - Atlantis Landing
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 211 reviews2023
    Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.1%, 4 Player Local 13.7%, Co-op 10.3%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 10%

  28. #28 Foul Play
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 653 reviews2013
    Dev: MediatonicPub: Epic Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 47.9%, Local Co-Op 27.9%, Co-op 7.3%, Action 4.9%, Side Scroller 4%

  29. #29 BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition
    78% matchVery Positive86% of 3,283 reviews2015
    Dev: Frogmind
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    With BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition, experience the multi-award-winning action adventure like never before - redesigned for Steam.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.5%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Co-op 12%, Platformer 10.7%, 4 Player Local 8.9%

  30. #30 Mischief
    77% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Tavern Rat Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Mischief is a delightful and imaginative action/adventure video game where you step into the paws of a courageous rat, navigating through a captivating world within the nooks and crannies of a typical home and a bustling backyard solo or with up to four local players!

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  31. #31 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX is an enhanced edition of the pixel-perfect adventure. Jump, battle foes, and dig up treasure as you quest to defeat the Order of No Quarter and The Enchantress. DX adds 20 playable characters, online multiplayer, and new features like rewind and save states.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.3%, Co-op 12.6%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

  32. #32 Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 2,018 reviews2013
    Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Capcom
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%

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  33. #33 Obsolete Souls™ Episode 0: Operation Haiti
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dennel Cake, LLC.
    Windows

    Fight against King Khard and his will in this action packed "beat em' up" prequel to the Obsolete Souls™ RPG!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, Co-op 13%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Local Co-Op 8.2%

  34. #34 Broforce
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,959 reviews2015
    Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 25.9%, Co-op 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Platformer 9.8%

  35. #35 Coffee Crisis
    76% matchMixed66% of 182 reviews2018
    Dev: Mega Cat Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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.

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  36. #36 Phil's Contract
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: shpeelock
    Windows

    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.

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  37. #37 BattleCrypt Bombers
    74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Narfox LLC
    Windows

    BattleCrypt Bombers is a pixel-packed arena combat game for up to four local players. Collect and lob bombs but be careful - explosions set off chain reactions that are deadly to everyone! Play competitively or cooperatively across two different game modes.

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    74% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  39. #39 Heave Ho
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,600 reviews2019
    Dev: Le Cartel StudioPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

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    72% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
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  41. #41 The Expendabros
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,261 reviews2014
    Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
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    71% matchVery Positive86% of 2,650 reviews2024
    Dev: KayAnimatePub: holo Indie
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    Median: 54 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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    73% matchMostly Negative20% of 25 reviews2016
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    73% matchMixed52% of 31 reviews2019
    Dev: Evil Bunneh
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  45. #45 Bass Monkey
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 89 reviews2022
    Dev: Jacob Weersing
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    Bass Monkey is a free Hack and Slash arcade game. Up to 4 friends can compete (or co-operate!) in this short, low-stress, musical platformer. Collect bananas, smack away hamsters, and try to get on the high score leaderboards as you battle through a 5 song EP.

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  46. #46 Castle Crashers®
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 140,328 reviews2012
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    70% matchVery Positive92% of 1,999 reviews2018
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  48. #48 BrambleLash
    71% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2017
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  49. #49 Super Double Dragon
    70% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: I.T.L.Pub: Arc System Works
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    Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!

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  50. #50 Charlie Murder
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,927 reviews2017
    Dev: Ska Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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.

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  51. #51 Absolum
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 10,562 reviews2025
    Dev: Dotemu
    Windows
    Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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  52. #52 Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 3,052 reviews2015
    Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Rocket Panda Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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 44%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, 4 Player Local 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Side Scroller 7.2%

  53. #53 PoopSentai
    67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Queen's Chapel Entertainment
    Windows

    Protect the mission : It's The Oranger destiny! This is a Retro Pixel side-scrolling action game. Choose your fighter, choose your level freely! Defeat the Kaijin and protect the important mission! It’s up to you to ensure everything goes smoothly. Go, go, Oranger !

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  54. #54 Lucha Loka
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Game Over Productions Inc.
    Windows

    Go "LOKO" in this Lucha Libre vs Narco smash up! Team up with your pals and take your country back from the grips of greed and corruption plaguing your nation in this epic hand drawn 2D beat-em-up arcade thrill ride brought to you by Game Over Productions Inc! It's Fiesta Time Amigos!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, 4 Player Local 15.2%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Co-op 8.8%

  55. #55 Ruins Of Mitriom
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 104 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixel-Archipel
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore the continent in search of Mitriom, ancient energy crystals to power the various improvements of your caravan (Skills, Bonus, Cannon on the caravan etc). Dynamically manage your resources to adapt your skills according to the situation.

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.4%, 4 Player Local 19.2%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Co-op 10.2%, Action-Adventure 7.1%

  56. #56 Unit 4
    69% matchMixed48% of 65 reviews2017
    Dev: Gamera Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Fast paced platforming action, cooperative gameplay up to 4 players, an elite squad of agents with amazing skills, space travels, exploration, unique missions, fancy characters, incredible fights with huge bosses, trade, minigames and much more!

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 31.8%, Local Co-Op 25.5%, Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 9.1%

  57. #57 Stitchlings
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 420 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio WoolworksPub: USC Games
    Windows · Mac

    Play solo, or grab a friend and embark on a bite-sized co-op combat adventure fighting toy monsters, picking them apart, while you stitch together your uniquely customized Stitchlings!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Local Co-Op 31.8%, Co-op 8.8%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Multiplayer 3.5%

  58. #58 Lost Castle 2
    64% matchMostly Positive78% of 13,770 reviews2026
    Dev: Hunter Studio
    Windows
    Median: 14.6 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    "Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.7%, Local Co-Op 20.9%, 4 Player Local 16.4%, Co-op 10%, Multiplayer 9.6%

  59. #59 Curses 'N Chaos
    68% matchMixed58% of 131 reviews2015
    Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    FIGHT OR DIE! Cursed by the evil Wizard King, bounty hunters Lea and Leo are chased by every monster in the kingdom and the Grim Reaper himself! There's only one way to get rid of the curse; the legendary Elixir of Life! But how to get the ingredients? FIGHT MONSTERS!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.1%, Local Co-Op 23%, Co-op 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 9.6%

  60. #60 RUMBLE DRAGON
    66% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Hit the streets and pummel baddies in this classic handheld game inspired Beat 'Em Up! Fight solo or double up with a friend for local co-op!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.4%, Local Co-Op 22.1%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

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