- #1 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
97% matchVery Positive94% of 14,426 reviews2022
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 37.3%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Comic Book 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Arcade 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: This is the gold standard for modern pixel-art beat-'em-ups, offering tight controls and chaotic co-op action similar to the seed game.
- #2 Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind
96% matchMixed64% of 716 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind, the team faces off against a robotic reincarnation of the Power Rangers' long-time nemesis. Robo Rita has conjured a portal to send herself back in time so she can finally vanquish the Power Rangers by forming an alliance with her younger self.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.2%, Arcade 10%, Co-op 8.8%, 1990's 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the exact retro arcade spirit and team-based superhero action found in Cosmic Invasion.
- #3 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,506 reviews2023
Dev: Engine SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 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 40.8%, Co-op 9%, Local Co-Op 8.2%, Online Co-Op 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: The comic-book aesthetic and pixel-art style make this a perfect thematic companion to a Marvel-inspired brawler.
- #4 Streets of Rage 4
95% matchVery Positive92% of 19,149 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 48.2%, Side Scroller 8.6%, Arcade 6.6%, Local Co-Op 6.1%, Co-op 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It revitalized the genre with fluid combat mechanics and a high-energy soundtrack that perfectly complements the arcade feel.
- #5 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
94% matchVery Positive88% of 1,424 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 52.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Co-op 8.7%, Retro 7.5%, 1990's 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the foundational arcade experiences that inspired modern titles like Cosmic Invasion.
- #6 Mayhem Brawler
94% matchVery Positive89% of 839 reviews2021
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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%, Comic Book 14%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Co-op 9.6%, Arcade 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its urban fantasy setting and comic-book-inspired visuals align closely with the superhero theme of the seed game.
- #7 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
93% matchVery Positive86% of 1,532 reviews2023
Dev: Secret BasePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 31.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Retro 8.3%, 1990's 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: It blends classic beat-'em-up action with modern roguelite elements for high replayability.
- #8 MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
91% matchVery Positive94% of 2,405 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.
Why similar: Superhero 24.8% ★, Beat 'em up 22.4%, Comic Book 13.1%, 1990's 6.3%, Retro 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: This collection is essential for fans of the Marvel universe looking for that classic arcade combat intensity.
- #9 River City Girls
92% matchVery Positive84% of 3,726 reviews2019
Dev: WayForwardPub: WayForward
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 48.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Co-op 9.3%, Retro 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It features deep combat mechanics and a vibrant, modern take on the classic side-scrolling brawler formula.
- #10 Jitsu Squad
91% matchVery Positive85% of 315 reviews2022
Dev: Tanuki Creative Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 25.6%, Superhero 23.3% ★, Side Scroller 12.5%, Co-op 12.4%, 1990's 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-octane brawler that emphasizes chaotic co-op combat and flashy special moves.
- #11 G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra
90% matchMixed47% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: indie.io
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Yo Joe! Cobra returns once again with its most fiendish plot yet and it's up to G.I. Joe to defeat them once more! Pick one of the real American heroes, gear up, and get straight into the fight in this retro side-scrolling beat 'em up - and make Cobra RETREAT yet again!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.4%, Co-op 16.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers a classic arcade experience featuring a beloved team-based franchise similar to the Marvel roster.
- #12 Fight'N Rage
89% matchVery Positive91% of 3,147 reviews2017
Dev: sebagamesdev
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 37.9%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Arcade 9.1%, Retro 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers some of the most responsive and deep combat mechanics in the genre with a distinct retro aesthetic.
- #13 Castle Crashers®
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 136,432 reviews2012
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Co-op 17.2%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Online Co-Op 9.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: An iconic co-op brawler that balances simple controls with addictive RPG-lite progression.
- #14 99Vidas
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 641 reviews2016
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"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%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Retro 9.8%, 1990's 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 8-bit and 16-bit brawlers with a strong emphasis on co-op play and retro pixel art.
- #15 The TakeOver
87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,142 reviews2019
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 54.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Arcade 8.1%, 1990's 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Inspired by 90s classics, this game features high-production value and smooth, satisfying combat.
- #16 Fallen City Brawl
85% matchMostly Positive80% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: Fallen City StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
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 37.8%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Co-op 7.9%, 1990's 7.8%, Local Co-Op 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: The fast-paced combat and distinct comic-book aesthetic make it a strong match for superhero fans.
- #17 Final Vendetta
86% matchVery Positive80% of 507 reviews2022
Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Numskull Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
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 56.4%, Arcade 14%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, no-nonsense brawler that stays true to the roots of 90s side-scrolling action.
- #18 Raging Justice
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 160 reviews2018
Dev: MakinGames LtdPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 30.2%, Co-op 14%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Arcade 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a gritty, classic-style beat-'em-up experience with satisfying impact and environmental interaction.
- #19 Dawn of the Monsters
84% matchVery Positive88% of 145 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 23.8%, Side Scroller 17%, Comic Book 13%, Co-op 10.8%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A unique kaiju-themed beat-'em-up that delivers massive, satisfying impact in every strike.
- #20 Battletoads
83% matchMixed68% of 2,328 reviews2020
Dev: Dlala StudiosPub: Microsoft Studios
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players
Why similar: Co-op 32.3%, Beat 'em up 29.6%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Action 7.7%, Retro 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a chaotic, high-energy co-op experience with varied gameplay segments that keep the action fresh.
- #21 Unruly Heroes
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 949 reviews2019
Dev: Magic Design Studios
Windows
Median: 2.9 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 34.7%, Co-op 16%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure title features beautiful art and co-op gameplay that feels like a modern evolution of the genre.
- #22 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
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 37.6%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Co-op 8.9%, Local Co-Op 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the nostalgic arcade-style brawler feel with a focus on accessible, fun combat.
- #23 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
81% matchVery Positive88% of 980 reviews2022
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection contains thirteen prior released classic games. This collection is a great place for gamers to experience these popular titles on Steam.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Arcade 12.7%, Retro 12.6%, Co-op 11.9%, Local Co-Op 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A massive library of retro arcade and console classics that defined the superhero beat-'em-up genre.
- #24 Alien Hominid Invasion
79% matchVery Positive88% of 1,719 reviews2023
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Old friends and bitter enemies await as you invade Earth alongside a Mothership full of alien friends! Blast, beam, and bite your way through an endless swarm of enemies as you and up to three of your fellow hominids cause mayhem with a huge arsenal of weapons, mutations, and acrobatic maneuvers.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Co-op 14.5%, Arcade 10.8%, Online Co-Op 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: While more of a shooter, its chaotic co-op nature and distinct visual style appeal to the same audience as arcade brawlers.
- #25 I Am The Hero
82% matchVery Positive82% of 544 reviews2017
Dev: Crazyant
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
I Am The Hero is a pixel art, beat 'em up, fighting game that tells the story of a "Hero" with a glorious but mysterious past. Is he the hero he thinks he is or is there a another side to this legendary figure?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 49.2%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Co-op 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Action 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish, fast-paced pixel-art brawler that focuses on fluid combos and intense action.
- #26 Absolum
77% matchVery Positive92% of 9,164 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 41%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Co-op 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Arcade 4.9%
- #27 Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
80% matchVery Positive81% of 1,941 reviews2013
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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 44.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Co-op 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade beat-'em-up that incorporates RPG elements and character classes for a deeper experience.
- #28 MARVEL MaXimum Collection
78% matchMixed64% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Experience one of the most comprehensive gatherings of Marvel’s early gaming legacy. Every major iteration across Arcade and home consoles, this collection is a curated journey through the evolution of the 1990s Marvel Universe in pixels.
Why similar: Superhero 26.2% ★, Beat 'em up 19.4%, Comic Book 10.1%, Side Scroller 7%, Retro 6.2%
- #29 Mother Russia Bleeds
79% matchVery Positive87% of 5,329 reviews2016
Dev: Le Cartel StudioPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 49.9%, Co-op 14.1%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Retro 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, violent, and intense side-scrolling action game for players who want a more mature take on the genre.
- #30 Scott Pilgrim EX
76% matchVery Positive86% of 399 reviews2026
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 33.4%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Co-op 10.8%, Retro 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #31 Young Souls
78% matchVery Positive85% of 594 reviews2022
Dev: 1P2PPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 46.5%, Co-op 21.1%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Colorful 5.4%, 2D 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: It blends beat-'em-up combat with an engaging story and RPG elements in a stylish, modern package.
- #32 Big Helmet Heroes
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,009 reviews2025
Dev: Exalted StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Co-op 16.3%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Arcade 10.9%
- #33 Vengeance Hunters
74% matchVery Positive87% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Nalua Studio SLU
Windows
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 31.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Local Co-Op 12%, Retro 10.1%, Arcade 9.6%
- #34 Marvel Contest of Champions
72% matchMixed70% of 1,332 reviews2025
Dev: Kabam Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The ultimate Super Hero fighting game is now on Steam! Collect and upgrade iconic Super Heroes and Villains from the Marvel Universe, engage in fast-paced 1v1 battles, and unleash powerful abilities in Marvel Contest of Champions!
Why similar: Superhero 47.4% ★, Beat 'em up 23.5%, Comic Book 16.2%, Arcade 9.1%, Action 2.9%
- #35 Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite
75% matchMixed67% of 3,389 reviews2017
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The epic clash between two storied universes returns with Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite. Ultron Sigma has begun the eradication of all biological life. Against all odds, heroes stand together against the ultimate threat, their only hope laying with the all-powerful Infinity Stones.
Why similar: Superhero 61.9% ★, Comic Book 15%, Arcade 11%, Action 5%, Multiplayer 4.9%
- #36 Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
70% matchVery Positive85% of 178 reviews2025
Dev: Rocket Panda Games JapanPub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
"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 28.8%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Arcade 7.9%, Online Co-Op 7.3%
- #37 Jay and Silent Bob: Mall Brawl
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Interabang Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Play as Jay and Silent Bob in a retro 8-bit sidescrolling brawler solo or with a friend. Pummel enemies with hard-hitting combos, dash attacks, and elbow drops as well as a random assortment of weapons as you battle your way out of the mall and back to the Quickstop.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, Co-op 12.4%, Comic Book 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Retro 9.4%
- #38 Coffee Crisis
73% 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.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.4%, Co-op 13%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Local Co-Op 11%, Action 9.2%
- #39 School Hero
69% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Gkoros PolychronisPub: GPoly Games
Windows · Linux
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 33.9%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Comic Book 16.6%, Retro 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #40 Holo X Break
68% matchVery Positive86% of 2,649 reviews2024
Dev: KayAnimatePub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Fight your way through endless waves of holoX's minions! Gear up with all sorts of equipment and items in this action packed beat-em-up to reach the 5 bosses of hololive's "holoX", and put a stop to their plans!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.7%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Co-op 8.2%, Local Co-Op 6.1%
- #41 LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 29,217 reviews2013
Dev: Traveller's TalesPub: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes features an original story crossing the entire Marvel Universe. Players take control of Iron Man, Spider-Man, the Hulk, Captain America, Wolverine and many more Marvel characters as they unite to stop Loki and a host of other Marvel villains from assembling a super-weapon capable of destroying the world.
Why similar: Superhero 50% ★, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Comic Book 11.2%, Co-op 9.7%, Family Friendly 4.9%
- #42 Miraculous - Paris Under Siege
71% matchMixed54% of 54 reviews2024
Dev: Petit FabrikPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Step into the suits of Ladybug and Cat Noir in their most daring adventure yet! Embark on a thrilling adventure where heroism, acrobatic combat and parkour agility collide as Shadow Moth unleashes a wave of villains across the city. It’s up to you and your friends to save Paris!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.3%, Co-op 12.2%, Action-Adventure 12%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Action 7.9%
- #43 LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2
70% matchVery Positive86% of 9,807 reviews2017
Dev: TT GamesPub: Warner Bros. Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
It's about TIME! Join your favorite Super Heroes and Super Villains from different eras and realities as they go head-to-head with the time-traveling Kang the Conqueror in the all-new, original adventure, LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2!
Why similar: Superhero 52.9% ★, Co-op 15.9%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Multiplayer 6%, Comic Book 4.8%
- #44 Caveman Warriors
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 81 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 36.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Co-op 11%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Arcade 7.1%
- #45 Viking Squad
71% matchVery Positive85% of 275 reviews2016
Dev: Slick Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grab your trusty sword, strap on a fearsome helmet, and plunge into the chaotic fray of Viking Squad! In this three player co-op brawler you must put a stop to the wildly mischievous Loki and reopen the gates to Valhalla. Find a friend for local co-op couch play or find a match online!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.9%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Action 7.9%, Online Co-Op 4.8%
- #46 Maximus 2: Street Gladiators
69% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Four Fats
Windows · Mac
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 32%, Comic Book 17.4%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Arcade 10%
- #47 Sacred Citadel
71% matchMixed69% of 1,188 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 44.7%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Co-op 10.9%, Action 5.3%
- #48 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
73% matchMixed41% of 227 reviews2014
Dev: PD Design Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 43.6%, Co-op 18.2%, Local Co-Op 16.7%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Action 8.6%
- #49 Rotwood
64% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,951 reviews2026
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world has been thrown into chaos, and it's up to you and your friends to battle the corrupted beasts of the Rotwood. Upgrade your gear, choose your preferred weapon, and hone your skills to defend your safe haven.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.9%, Co-op 15.7%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Family Friendly 8.4%, Online Co-Op 6.9%
- #50 Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues
68% matchVery Positive81% of 613 reviews2021
Dev: Flux GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Choose a side, master your moves, and embrace your destiny in an epic beat 'em up adventure inspired by the hit show. Take control of 8 playable characters with deep movesets, combos, progression, real-time character swaps, ultimate attacks, and much more!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 72.7%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Colorful 6.8%, Action 5%
- #51 Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid
67% matchVery Positive81% of 1,678 reviews2019
Dev: nWay, INC
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Generations of Power Rangers collide across the multiverse’s 25 year history. Experience authentic, but reimagined Power Rangers gameplay. This easy to learn, but hard to master fighting game is designed to welcome players of all skill levels.
Why similar: Superhero 56.1% ★, Action 30.8%, Multiplayer 13.1%
- #52 Knights of Braveland
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 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 41.8%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.9%, Online Co-Op 7.8%, Family Friendly 7.2%
- #53 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
67% matchMixed61% of 94 reviews2024
Dev: Cradle GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
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 36.7%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Co-op 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.2%
- #54 Night Slashers: Remake
66% matchMixed64% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Storm Trident S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 37.4%, Side Scroller 19%, Arcade 10.9%, Comic Book 10.3%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #55 BoltBreak
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: KomodoBit Games
Windows
BoltBreak is a mix between a wave shooter and a superhero game. Unlock new superpowers and climb the leaderboards as you fight through 100 waves of supervillains across 8 different earths in the BoltBreak multiverse.
Why similar: Superhero 36.5% ★, Beat 'em up 28.5%, Comic Book 17.7%, Action-Adventure 6.9%, Arcade 5.9%