- #1 Mayhem Brawler
97% 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 19.2%, Comic Book 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%
- #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 26%, 1990's 10.6%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Arcade 8.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%
- #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 31.6%, Online Co-Op 13.4%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.4%, Co-op 6.8%
- #4 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
95% 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 23.3%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action Roguelike 10.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%
- #5 MARVEL Cosmic Invasion
94% matchVery Positive88% of 1,854 reviews2025
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.9%, Comic Book 12%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Co-op 9%, Local Co-Op 7.9%
- #6 MARVEL MaXimum Collection
93% 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: Beat 'em up 21.1%, Comic Book 11.9%, Online Co-Op 10.9%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Retro 8.3%
- #7 Sacred Citadel
94% 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 36.2%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Co-op 8.7%, Online Co-Op 7.5%
- #8 Absolum
91% 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 26.7%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Roguelite 11.1%, Hand-drawn 8.9%, Co-op 8.3%
- #9 Rampage Knights
92% matchVery Positive93% of 3,594 reviews2015
Dev: Rake in Grass
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 25.5%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Co-op 14.2%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Online Co-Op 9.9%
- #10 Asterix & Obelix: Slap them All!
91% matchMixed62% of 334 reviews2021
Dev: Mr. Nutz StudioPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 28.2%, Comic Book 17%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.1%
- #11 Streets of Rage 4
90% 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 37.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%, Online Co-Op 8.6%, Local Co-Op 7.9%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #12 Willy's Wonderland - The Game
89% matchMixed50% of 54 reviews2024
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Willy’s Wonderland – The Game is a 2.5D beat ‘em up game based on the cult film of the same name, in which a group of Animatronics come to life and slaughter people who dare visit Willy’s Wonderland.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20%, Beat 'em up 15.1%, Co-op 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Multiplayer 8.2%
- #13 Garuda Emblem
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team BatalionPub: Comma 49
Windows
Campus turned warzone. Thugs took over, and Farid & Rani are fighting back. No rules, no textbooks—just fists and whatever isn't bolted down. Grab a weapon and tear it up in this hardcore hand-drawn brawler!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.7%, Comic Book 13.9%, Local Co-Op 10.5%, Online Co-Op 10.4%, Co-op 9.5%
- #14 Lost Castle 2
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 10,784 reviews2024
Dev: Hunter Studio
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 28.1 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 18.7%, Local Co-Op 18%, Online Co-Op 15.5%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 10.4%
- #15 Pixel Game Maker Series DRAGON PEAK
88% 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 30.1%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Co-op 9.8%, Comic Book 6.9%
- #16 Final Exam
87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,296 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 28.9%, Online Co-Op 17.8%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Co-op 13.7%, Side Scroller 10%
- #17 Beat 'Em Up Collection (QUByte Classics)
86% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
A collection of seven retro beat 'em ups with enhanced features like rewind, cheats, screen filters, and more!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.9%, Retro 12.1%, Arcade 11.6%, 1990's 9.8%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #18 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
85% 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 19.9%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Retro 11.9%, Online Co-Op 10.4%, Arcade 10.2%
- #19 Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate
84% 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 23.8%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Online Co-Op 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Side Scroller 10.2%
- #20 Vegelypse
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jumble Cats StudiosPub: Tate Multimedia
Windows
Vegelypse is a 2.5D hand-painted beat 'em up with roguelite grit. Take control of the Hard Rock Cacti Band - smash, crush, and chop your way through hordes of mutated, monstrous vegetables and fruits. The Vegelypse Has Begun!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.7%, Roguelite 13%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Retro 10.4%, Comic Book 10.3%
- #21 Mad King Redemption
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SECRET MISSIONPub: Pixel Doors
Windows
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 22.3%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%
- #22 Urban Justice
83% matchMixed52% of 31 reviews2019
Dev: Evil Bunneh
Windows · Mac
Urban Justice is a side scroller fighting game inspired by the genre's classics like Final Fight and Streets of Rage. The game offers a fast paced, casual gameplay that puts players in Riverden, a city being torn apart by gangs, hooligans and corrupted government.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.7%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Co-op 8.7%
- #23 Dawn of the Monsters
82% 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 21%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Comic Book 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Co-op 9.4%
- #24 Primos Hermanos
81% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Bun Band Games
Windows
The only roguelike bullet hell where you are the bullet. Fight zombies, ninjas, and aliens with nothing but your strong forehead! Primos Hermanos is a retro-style arcade roguelike where Mexican luchadores dive head-first against endless waves of mobs.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 14.4%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 12%, Roguelite 11%
- #25 Ninjin: Clash of Carrots
81% matchVery Positive91% of 407 reviews2018
Dev: Pocket TrapPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.6%, Online Co-Op 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Co-op 10.6%, Local Co-Op 9.7%
- #26 Super Double Dragon
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 49 reviews2023
Dev: I.T.L.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.5%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Local Co-Op 13%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Co-op 9.1%
- #27 G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra
79% 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 20.2%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%, Co-op 12.8%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Online Co-Op 11.3%
- #28 Lucha Loka
79% 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 28.1%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Multiplayer 7.9%
- #29 Scott Pilgrim EX
77% 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 25.3%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Online Co-Op 12.1%, Retro 9%
- #30 Stones of the Revenant
78% 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%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 13.5%, Co-op 11.3%
- #31 Streets of Chaos
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bonfa Games
Windows
Streets of Chaos is a new retro sidescroller beat em up (fighting game), made with pixelart similar to 16 bits consoles. Is highly based on Streets of Rage, Double Dragon, Final Fight, and Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, with original story and various homages to classics.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.4%, Local Multiplayer 13.4%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Retro 8.4%
- #32 Rotwood
75% 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 22.7%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Roguelite 10.4%, Online Co-Op 10.4%
- #33 Foul Play
78% 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 43%, Local Co-Op 22.9%, Online Co-Op 11.7%, Co-op 7%, Side Scroller 5.2%
- #34 枭雄
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 乐爆工作室Pub: Twofoldsweet
Windows
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 42.7%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 7.4%
- #35 Shank
76% matchVery Positive90% of 3,986 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 37.7%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Action 6.4%, Co-op 5.4%
- #36 Castle Crashers®
75% 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 25.2%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Co-op 12%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%
- #37 Son of a Witch
74% matchVery Positive86% of 432 reviews2018
Dev: Bigosaur
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.9%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%
- #38 Warrior Lords
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Future ArcadePub: Future Minimalism
Windows
Warrior Lords offers a furious medieval arcade experience, drawing inspiration from classic beat 'em ups. Battle through Western Europe wielding cold steel, delivering powerful kicks and summoning dragons. Choose from 6 unique heroes and defeat your rivals in a quest for supremacy.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Co-op 7.9%
- #39 Clan N
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 45 reviews2020
Dev: Creamative
Windows
Fight alone or with your friends, master the art of battle and bring peace back to the land in this arcade inspired epic brawler!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.9%, Online Co-Op 14.4%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Co-op 9.3%
- #40 Portal Brawlers
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crystal Spider Games
Windows
Portal Brawlers is a Beat-em-Up set in a vibrant fantasy world. Follow Thunk and friends as they wreak havoc across the land, trying to stop whatever malevolent force is summoning trouble through these portals!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Comic Book 14.6%, Arcade 9.6%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
- #41 Ship of Fools
72% matchVery Positive82% of 5,872 reviews2022
Dev: Fika ProductionsPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Ship of Fools is a seafaring cooperative roguelite. Set sail, man the cannons and battle sea monsters through the tempestuous seas of the Archipelago. Are you fool enough to stop the Aquapocalypse?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18%, Co-op 17%, Roguelite 13.5%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Action Roguelike 12%
- #42 Double Dragon: Neon
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,539 reviews2014
Dev: WayForwardPub: Midnight City
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.8%, Co-op 11.9%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%, Arcade 6.6%
- #43 Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
72% 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 37.1%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Arcade 10%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #44 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 31%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Comic Book 16.4%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Retro 9%
- #45 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
71% 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 50.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Retro 8.7%, Co-op 8.2%, 1990's 6.2%
- #46 Memories of planet
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CTWJ Game Studio
Windows
A 2.5D scrolling Beat them up game. The combination of classical hardcore and modern pop, free combination of various skill programs and props plug-ins. Support Online Multyplayer, experience the innovative mode of "cooperation and competition".
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Online Co-Op 11.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.3%
- #47 Toxic Crusaders
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Retroware
Windows
The Toxic Crusaders return for an all-new, all-action beat 'em up for one to four players! Grab your mop, tutu and attitude, and get ready to clean up the mean streets of Tromaville, one radioactive goon at a time!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.3%, Comic Book 16.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.3%, 1990's 10.3%
- #48 The Phantom
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Art Of Play Interactive
Windows
The Ghost Who Walks is back! Comics' very first costumed hero is coming to Steam and console in an all new side scrolling beat-em-up adventure. Take on the Singh brotherhood across the globe with only your physical strength, skill with weapons and fearsome reputation!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.4%, Comic Book 17.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Arcade 8.6%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #49 PICO PARK 2
68% matchVery Positive89% of 4,468 reviews2024
Dev: TECOPARK
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
PICO PARK is back with all new levels! Play with 2-8 players locally or online in this co-op action-puzzle game!
Why similar: Online Co-Op 20.7%, Local Multiplayer 15.5%, Co-op 14%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Side Scroller 12.8%
- #50 Moonfall Ultimate
71% matchMixed46% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: Fishcow StudioPub: Wales Interactive
Windows · Mac
Moonfall Ultimate is a 2D side-scrolling, action-RPG, set in an industrial gothic universe. Hack, slash and cast your way through a treacherous hand-painted world in solo, couch co-op or endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.7%, Local Multiplayer 18.3%, Beat 'em up 18.3%, Co-op 14.8%, Multiplayer 9.2%
- #51 Sorcerer Knights
70% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: 4WayStudio
Windows
Fight terrible enemies through a varied fantasy world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.3%, 1990's 16%, Arcade 12.9%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Retro 8.5%
- #52 Heroes of Mount Dragon
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: RuniQPub: indie.io
Windows
Unleash dragon-morphing powers in this action-packed side-scrolling brawler! Choose from unique heroes, each with their own fighting style. Play couch co-op or online with up to 3 friends. Team up to defeat evil or compete for supremacy. Fun and accessible for all skill levels!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24%, Online Co-Op 13.9%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Comic Book 10.8%
- #53 Bud Spencer & Terence Hill - Slaps And Beans
69% matchVery Positive92% of 1,971 reviews2018
Dev: Trinity TeamPub: Buddy Productions GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.5%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Retro 11.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Co-op 7.5%
- #54 Slap Street
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Slap Street
Windows
It's up to heroes of no renown to take back Slapporo City. Punch, kick and blast your way across town with an assortment of unique playstyles in this beautifully realized beat-em up. Local co-op story mode and versus with up to 8 players!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Comic Book 15.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Roguelite 11.5%
- #55 Eight Dragons 2
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Extend Mode
Windows
The Eight Dragons return! Punch, kick and smash your way across an open world with up to 8 players in this action-packed beat-'em-up!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.7%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Online Co-Op 11.8%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #56 Alien Hominid Invasion
66% 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 20.3%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Side Scroller 11%
- #57 Ember Knights
65% matchVery Positive94% of 6,732 reviews2023
Dev: Doom TurtlePub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.8%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Local Co-Op 15%, Co-op 12.8%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #58 Chipmonk!
67% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: Niemi Bros Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Seek vengeance on the gluttonous gray squirrel in this retro-inspired Beat 'em up starring chipmunk warriors!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Retro 9.6%, Co-op 9.2%
- #59 Roots Need Control 3.0
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: !CyberApex (SkagoGames)Pub: SkagoGames
Windows
A coalition of large corporations trying to destroy the root flowers is invading Daejeon. Protect the root flowers. It's not going to be easy. Because... Roots Need Control.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.6%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.4%, Arcade 12%, Co-op 10.6%