Games Like King's Blade

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 34.4%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Adventure 5.9%

Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.1%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 7.4%

Mayhem Brawler is an urban fantasy themed beat 'em up that brings back the 90s arcade vibe to present day. With comic book style art and kick-ass soundtracks, it offers a unique experience that you can tackle solo or as co-op with friends while defining the next step in the story with your choices.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.2%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Fighting 8.1%, Arcade 7.6%

A fantasy beat-em-up that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.4%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Arcade 7.8%

The Chosen Warriors is a new old school side scroller beat 'em up inspired by games like Golden Axe and Knights of the Round.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 65.9%, Action 11.9%, Adventure 11.5%, Indie 10.8%

Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 49.5%, Local Co-Op 34%, Action 9.4%, Indie 7%

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 32.3%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Fighting 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%

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 38.6%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Old School 7.3%, Action 5.4%

Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.9%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Fighting 9.2%, Side Scroller 7.5%

Streets Ablaze is a 3D side-scrolling beat em' up inspired by the arcade and console games we played growing up.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.3%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Fighting 15.5%, Action 8%, Arcade 7.4%

A brutal Action RPG in pure Sword & Sorcery style. Lead King Xodan and the Oracle Queen Yanah in their desperate quest to save their people and free their daughter Sharyn from Zordax the Inhuman. Live an epic Sword & Sorcery tale inspired by the fantasy classics of the 1980s.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50%, Old School 13.1%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Fantasy 10.4%, Action 7.9%

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 30%, 4 Player Local 25.5%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Side Scroller 11%, Arcade 5.7%

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 38.5%, Local Co-Op 22.5%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Action 6.3%, 2D 4%

Taking its inspiration from ancient Chinese tales of revenge and retribution and then adding a dash of over-the-top martial arts and old school arcade fun, Kung Fu Strike features 28 stages of fast-paced combo-based fighting.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.8%, Local Co-Op 21.6%, Fighting 20.8%, Action 8%, Indie 3.6%

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 20.2%, 4 Player Local 17.4%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Fighting 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.5%

Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.8%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, 4 Player Local 14.2%, Fighting 11.7%, Side Scroller 8.2%

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 41.4%, Fighting 11.7%, Local Co-Op 9.6%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Arcade 5.6%

In Machina Blade what matters the most is your skill. Choose a character and fight your way through hordes of Machinas in this short game with up to four players on local co-op.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.9%, Beat 'em up 33.5%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Action 6.1%, 2D 5.6%

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 41.8%, 4 Player Local 14.3%, Old School 11.8%, Fantasy 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.5%

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara brings reworkings of two of Capcom’s classic arcade hits - Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom and Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow over Mystara – together in one definitive digital package.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.9%, Local Co-Op 16.2%, 4 Player Local 12%, Arcade 10.4%, Side Scroller 8.6%

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 31.5%, 4 Player Local 31%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Multiplayer 7.6%

Fantasy beat'em'up with a bit of RPG flavor and couch co-op. Explore open map, fight brutal enemies, find and equip weapons, armor and artifacts, make your hero stronger by gaining experience and learning unique perks and combat moves!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.3%, Local Co-Op 25.9%, Fighting 11.5%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%

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 50.5%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Fighting 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Arcade 7.5%

King ’n Knight is an arcade platform game that takes place in a medieval fantasy world. Play solo or co-op in this adventure inspired by the games of the 16-bit era.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 25.8%, Local Co-Op 20.8%, Arcade 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%

A timeless classic

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41%, Fighting 15.5%, Action 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 10%, Arcade 9.5%

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 43.1%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, 4 Player Local 9.4%, Fighting 6.8%

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 41.5%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, 4 Player Local 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.6%, Multiplayer 6.2%

Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Fighting 13.7%, 4 Player Local 11.2%, Old School 10%

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 37%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Arcade 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Dark 7%

Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 32%, Beat 'em up 23.1%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Adventure 6.6%, Local Multiplayer 6%

"99Vidas" is a "beat 'em up" set in a contemporary world that pays tribute to both the new and the classic in gaming industry. Brought to you in all pixelated, 16 bit-esque glory, chockfull of references to not only gaming, but all 80's and 90's pop culture.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.7%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Fighting 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Old School 8.4%

Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo Pocket' aesthetic for a modern fighting game with a retro twist!

Why similar: Fighting 21.2%, Beat 'em up 21.1%, Spectacle fighter 15% ★, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Arcade 9.1%

Welcome to Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe, the permadeath multiplayer horror beat'em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. The chills, thrills, bills, and opportunity to learn new skills won't stop until every street runs red with blood!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.6%, 4 Player Local 22.2%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Arcade 7.1%

Dominate the dojo in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, a pixel art beat ‘em up adventure. Grab your friends for local co-op multiplayer and dive into the classic The Karate Kid journey with retro-style gameplay, dynamic combat, and epic boss battles.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.9%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Arcade 12.2%, Old School 8.2%

Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 65.8%, Arcade 12.9%, Local Co-Op 6.3%, Side Scroller 5.4%, Action 5%

Jet Set Knights is an old-school arcade action platformer inspired by classics from the golden age such as Mario Bros, Snow Bros or newest Super Crate Box. If You love retro 2D platformers mixed with tower defense and RPG elements, Jet Set Knight is for You!

Why similar: 4 Player Local 34.2%, Local Co-Op 30.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 5.3%

The city is in chaos! With crime and corruption around every corner, it’s all down to a team of hard-hitting justice seeking mavericks, to clean up the streets with some tough justice! Raging Justice is a classic beat ‘em up, dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Fighting 14.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Arcade 8.8%

A nostalgic collections of the chapter 1 and 2 of “Yan Loong Legend” series. Pick up your sword again, transform into Yan Loong, Zhi Loong or Shui Yan with your friends to have a battle of light and darkness with the final boss Bai Loong and regain the occupied Green Hill Lake.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%

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 33.6%, Local Co-Op 22.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%, Old School 6.8%

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 25.7%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Old School 8.5%, 2D 7.2%

Inspired by classic Kung Fu films, this passion fueled fighter provides fun 1 vs. 1 gameplay for gamers of all skill levels. Take on the role of one of 14 martial arts stunt masters as you fight to show your style cannot be beat. Fight it out in the Single Player Arcade Mode or Local Two Player VS. Matches.

Why similar: Fighting 73.1%, Action 18.7%, Indie 8.2%

Asterix & Obelix, return in a new adventure full of slaps! Play as Asterix and Obelix and cross the most iconic landscapes of the saga while facing a host of enemies, in a Beat Them Up filled with action ... and slaps!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Hand-drawn 9.2%

Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through 4 player local co-op

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.9%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 8%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, 4 Player Local 23.5%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Local Multiplayer 7.2%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat 'em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.1%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Arcade 10.9%, 2D 4.7%

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 29.2%, Local Co-Op 20%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Arcade 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.3%

Mad King Redemption is a unique blend of a traditional beat'em'up game with strong roguelite progression, mixed in a pixelated graphic style in a 2.5D world. Relieve the king from his madness while beating up corrupted enemies, in a fresh way at every run!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.3%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Old School 11.4%, Action-Adventure 11.2%

Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.8%, Local Co-Op 24.5%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Action 6%, Adventure 4.5%

A classic arcade hack and slash brought to life with stunning pixel art and a heroic soundtrack. Choose your champion and battle through waves of enemies to stop a dark sorceress from plunging Mercia into eternal darkness.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.9%, Arcade 26.1%, Action 16.7%, Adventure 14.6%, Fantasy 12.5%

Enter the World of Kings of Hell; set during 2112, 100 years after the rapture, the world as we know it is now literally Hell on Earth as Demons now rule the planet. Follow the adventures of Lutin, Enfer, Gremile and Mal as they fight the current 5 Dukes of Hell to claim the title of King of Hell!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.4%, Spectacle fighter 20.8% ★, Arcade 13.7%, Multiplayer 10%, Action 5.7%

Code of Princess offers players an exciting yet unconventional experience, deftly blending the combo-heavy fighting gameplay of beat ‘em ups with the stat-boosting character customization of RPGs.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Fighting 11.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Fantasy 5.6%

Bounty Battle is the ultimate indie fighting game: a new multiplayer 2D fighter, where you can pit your favourite indie heroes against one another! Indie heroes from games like Guacamelee! and Darkest Dungeon, to Dead Cells, Owlboy & more battle it out in this fighter frenzy.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, 4 Player Local 18.2%, Fighting 17.2%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Old School 8.6%

Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 58%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Multiplayer 16%, Action 6.2%

The original epic introduction to the eternal KUNG FURY beat ‘em up saga. New stages, and the Hackademy. Both THE ARCADE STRIKES BACK and the A DAY AT THE BEACH campaign.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.3%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Fighting 15.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 4.8%

Unending Dusk is a retro inspired beat ‘em up ARPG set in a post-apocalyptic world. Play solo or with up to 4 players online and brawl your way through hordes of enemies. You play as an elite mercenary fighting against a dark force which has locked the Earth in a state of unending dusk.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.5%, Local Co-Op 28.4%, Multiplayer 8.1%, 2D 3.4%, Action 3.3%

The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.5%, 4 Player Local 24.6%, Multiplayer 9.9%, Arcade 7.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%

Last Slice is an action brawler where pizza has special abilities! In the campaign you deliver pizzas, and beat up anyone who stands in the way. In multiplayer, fight over the last slice of pizza with up to six people.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.9%, Fighting 16.6%, 4 Player Local 14.7%, Arcade 9.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%

An old-fashioned beat 'em up with big doses of adrenaline and trippiness, somewhere between the classic style of Streets of Rage and the ultra-violence of Hotline Miami. Set in a cold, ruthless Soviet Union, Mother Russia Bleeds aims to conjure up anxiety, unease, and drug-addled frenzy.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 52%, Local Co-Op 19%, 4 Player Local 13.4%, Action 5.6%, Multiplayer 4.4%

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 40.6%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Action 6.3%, Fighting 5.6%

ORCS is an action/platformer 2D old school inspirated by classic like Castlevania and Ghosts 'n Goblins.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.9%, Action 19%, Adventure 18.2%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Indie 12.9%