- #1 RWBY: Arrowfell
97% matchMostly Positive72% of 337 reviews2022
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Dive into an explosive new RWBY adventure! Instantly switch between Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang, and use their weapons and Semblances to battle a mysterious new threat in this in-canon story set during RWBY Volume 7! Featuring a new song by Jeff Williams with vocals by Casey Lee Williams!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.8%, 2.5D 17.3%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Anime 6.3%
- #2 APlaceDominatedByFire
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DEADDEVICE
Windows
《APlaceDominatedByFire》 is a bloody, level-based side-scrolling action game. Lao Yinghua, an archaeology major, was struck by lightning while traveling to the countryside for fieldwork to complete his studies, and thus became entangled in a bizarre series of events...
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.2%, Beat 'em up 21.7%, Action RPG 16.3%, Hand-drawn 15.6%, 2.5D 13.8%
- #3 Throne of Valoria
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Double Axis Games
Windows
Play as a daring heroine, fight hordes of enemies and challenging bosses, solve puzzles, uncover new areas, and experience a gripping story. Embark on a quest to banish evil and restore Valoria to its former glory in this 2.5D side-scrolling adventure.
Why similar: 2.5D 27%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Action RPG 21.3%, Action-Adventure 8%, RPG 5.6%
- #4 Side Quest
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2016
Dev: Miris Mind
Windows
Side Quest tells the fun story about a chef that becomes hero and sees himself having to fulfill a mission that a suspicious wizard trusts to him. Meanwhile, a young and punchy villain struggles to keep him from finishing this journey full with action, hordes of enemies and even a legendary knight.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, 2.5D 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Action-Adventure 7.9%, Cartoony 7.5%
- #5 Let There Be Istanbul
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ebru Studios
Windows
A hand-drawn slapstick beat-’em-up following a father-daughter duo on a wild journey toward Istanbul, with snappy tag-team combat and plenty of cats to pet... but why is Mehmet taking Ebru to Istanbul, and what awaits them there?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23%, 2.5D 17.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #6 Dungeon Munchies
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 7,080 reviews2022
Dev: maJAJa
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Hunt down monsters to cook and eat them! You’ve been revived in a massive underground complex and you must leave this bizarre facility. Aided by the undead Necro-Chef Simmer, you must stay safe, get fed, find a way to get out
Why similar: Cooking 23.9%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action RPG 11.9%, Funny 9%, Anime 8.3%
- #7 Arisen Force: HeroTest
93% matchVery Positive83% of 379 reviews2024
Dev: Lemport
Windows
Experience stylish-action battles and beautiful pixel art, summon heroes across time and space, and challenge the magic tower to save the heroic spirits and goddesses!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.2%, 2.5D 19%, Action RPG 16.7%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Anime 7.1%
- #8 Dynamite Flare
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Slicky Grease GamesPub: Shady Corner Games
Windows
“Join Flare, the grooviest bounty hunter, as she battles notorious criminals for fame and fortune in this stylish 2D beat 'em up. Enter a colorful, hand-drawn world, and unleash fiery kicks, hair attacks, and chaotic combos—each showdown moving her closer to the ultimate funky hideaway!”
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Funny 9.6%, Cartoony 7.8%
- #9 Fall Up
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unicellular GamesPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Take a leap into a lost world of mechanical wonders and embark on a hopping adventure with our adorable Labi! You need to traverse this cartoonish world with a variety of jumps and moves, meet squishy creatures and clumsy robots and reveal the secrets of this world.
Why similar: 2.5D 21.7%, Side Scroller 20%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Cartoony 9.4%
- #10 School Hero
91% 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 22.8%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Anime 9.5%, Action 5.2%
- #11 Arisen Force: Life Devotee - Initial Ver.
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,527 reviews2024
Dev: Lemport
Windows
Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.3%, 2.5D 17.4%, Action RPG 16.8%, Side Scroller 16.1%, RPG 6.2%
- #12 Gamma 19
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Technomancy Studios
Windows · Linux
Gamma 19 is an action RPG with beat 'em up battle mechanics. Punch and shoot your way through robots, worms, and creatures from another dimension in this strange new world!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.7%, Side Scroller 20%, Action RPG 16.2%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #13 Beast Mask
89% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Little Studio
Windows
A classic 2D side-scrolling action game where you play as a 'civilized' caveman. Put on a beast mask to gain the power of the beast, defeat monsters and bosses, and unleash the beast within.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.8%, Action RPG 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.3%, RPG 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11.5%
- #14 Phil's Contract
88% 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.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.8%, Side Scroller 30.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Funny 7.9%, Cartoony 6.1%
- #15 Chibi Knight Classic
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PestoForce
Windows · Mac · Linux
3 beasts have ravaged the land of Oukoku, legend tells of a small knight who will save the kingdom. Re-live this classic Flash RPG platforming hack and slash beat 'em up adventure for free here on Steam! Lovingly-crafted by dad and 4 year old daughter (who also stars as voice actress!)
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.5%, Action RPG 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Family Friendly 9%
- #16 Ink Inside
86% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Blackfield Entertainment LLCPub: Entalto Publishing
Windows
INK INSIDE is a cozy & chaotic story-driven action RPG from ex-Cartoon Network (+ horror) devs! A unique indie cartoon aesthetic adventure with heart, beat-em-up & ball combat, laughably weird items, crazy deep lore, live action cutscenes, human orchestrated soundtrack, handmade assets, and full VO.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.6%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%, Cartoony 8.2%
- #17 Touhou Tougensai
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aeolia Works
Windows
Touhou Tougensai is a fast-paced beat‘em up game set in the world of Gensokyo. The peaceful yet boring life of Tenkai has suddenly been disrupted; the Primordial Peach, the Peach of All Peaches, has disappeared! Enraged, Tenshi will brutally trample over everything and everyone to reclaim it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.4%, 2.5D 30.6%, Action RPG 10.7%, RPG 10.1%, Anime 10%
- #18 Simple Arena Robots
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Amp DesignsPub: Indie
Windows
Simple Arena Robots is a one of a kind multiplayer fighting game. It combines RPG customization features with thrilling tactical real-time combat. We've redefined the combat genre by allowing players to fully customize their characters through modular suits with various weapons and stats upgrades.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.9%, Action RPG 20.4%, 2.5D 20%, RPG 9.7%, Anime 7%
- #19 Juvenate
83% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Astrolot Games
Windows
Juvenate is a 2.5D platformer where players will journey across three distinct levels—each featuring unique environments, enemies, and mechanics.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.1%, Action RPG 19.8%, 2.5D 17.8%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Action 8%
- #20 王国的坚盾
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magic.D
Windows
这是一款横版卷轴清版闯关的即时动作游戏,你将扮演一名王国的普通士兵,从维护治安到保护王国要员最后守护国家,成为王国最坚强的盾牌。
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.8%, Side Scroller 23.3%, RPG 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 5.6%
- #21 Breaking Gates
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.6%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Action RPG 16.5%, Action-Adventure 8%, Anime 6.8%
- #22 Ink Inside - First Page
82% matchVery Positive99% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: Blackfield Entertainment LLCPub: Entalto Publishing
Windows
INK INSIDE is a beat-em-up meets dodgeball action RPG featuring the voices of Brian David Gilbert (YouTube, Dropout) and Deneen Melody! (Evangelion, Romantic Killer). Experience the exciting and hilarious prologue with a friend when you play this NEW kind of Saturday morning cartoon together!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Hand-drawn 15%, Action RPG 14.6%, 2.5D 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #23 Hazard School : Bully Fight
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: NestorDev
Windows · Linux
In the Blue Sky Academy school, where chaos reigns among the students, they will be involved in sometimes ironic and sometimes conflictive situations in order to achieve their goal, to gain total control of this chaotic school.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.9%, 2.5D 21.9%, Action RPG 12.1%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #24 Galaxy Chronicle: Echoes of Stearone
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PyroPixel Games StudioPub: Looking for Funding & Publisher
Windows
This is an Action-RPG game. The game's world is themed as a mix of Sci-fi and Fantasy, the story will take place on a Thear planet. Players will take on the role of Ben Echo and Anna Echo on their journey to explore the world, the source of their power, and stop the dictator Keineus Erebus.
Why similar: 2.5D 25.3%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Action RPG 20.5%, Anime 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #25 Bunny Battle Nemesis
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DCF Studios
Windows
Enjoy a fast-paced modernized beat 'em up/hack and slash combat, either solo or co-op, with Bunny Battle Nemesis! Fight through legions of futuristic mercenaries, robots and their fearless leader Amanda, to defend the Leporidae Kingdom from certain doom.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, 2.5D 21.5%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Cartoony 8.1%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #26 Every Year Banjir
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SoyaDaizu
Windows · Mac
Survive a flood scenario in this animal-fantasy world depicted in an era where floods happen every year! Survive the harsh conditions of the random rainfalls and equip yourself with flood survival knowledge. Learn real world survival skills and make decisions that will save lives.
Why similar: 2.5D 22.8%, Action RPG 16.4%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Cartoony 8.6%
- #27 Unrivaled Heroes: 2.5D Brawler
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GingerSun GamesPub: Soft Source
Windows
2.5D side-scrolling beat-'em-up where players experience the thrill of multiple unrivaled heroes, each with unique abilities. Master martial arts, unleash powerful skills, and conquer epic bosses. With local co-op for up to 4 players, team up for intense combat and a truly unforgettable adventure.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30%, 2.5D 20.3%, Action RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Cartoony 7.2%
- #28 Cursebound
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: nuuunuPub: nuuunuGames
Windows
A story-rich action adventure where you play as a god walking among humans to break a deadly curse. Explore a stylized world blending 2D pixel art and 3D low-poly landscapes, battle corrupted creatures, complete quests, and unlock powerful skills.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.6%, 2.5D 19.7%, Action RPG 15.4%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, RPG 7.7%
- #29 Tough Law
78% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Cledson Lopes Marta de OliveiraPub: Cledman Games
Windows
A beat ‘em up adventure with paperboard style characters in which you can punch a lot and feel your adrenaline soar with so much action and rock and roll!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.1%, Side Scroller 19.3%, 2.5D 19%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #30 SKD
77% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: woofy
Windows
Combat focused game mixing up various genres into unique characters (beatemup, soulslike, mouse shooter, traditional and platform fighter..), a short cartoon teens story full of (questionable) humor!
Why similar: Side Scroller 14.1%, Beat 'em up 13.9%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Action RPG 10.4%, Funny 9.5%
- #31 Praia Ardente
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Samuel Sales GomesPub: MACAMANDI
Windows · Linux
Your backpack's gone, snatched by a daring bather, and the beach is now a free-for-all! Fight for your dignity in 'Burning Beach', a game born from decidedly... strange inspirations.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.4%, Side Scroller 24.2%, Action 9.5%, Cartoony 9%, Funny 6.7%
- #32 Dungeon Punks
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Hyper Awesome EntertainmentPub: Artix Entertainment
Windows
Dungeon Punks is an old-school arcade beat-em-up, packed with new features like tag-team fighting gameplay and an RPG adventure! Nothing beats the thrill of freeze-blasting foes with a genie, as your dwarf tags in to incinerate them with bombs and napalm.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.8%, Side Scroller 27.4%, RPG 13.8%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 4.2%
- #33 Ayo the Clown
76% matchVery Positive91% of 75 reviews2021
Dev: Cloud M1
Windows · Mac · Linux
Let's go on an adventure to unite dog and clown!
Why similar: 2.5D 21.8%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Funny 10.5%, Cartoony 9.4%
- #34 Pitchfork Kingdom
76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Adam BetzPub: OddBall Interactive
Windows
Pitchfork Kingdom is a 2D hack-and-slash where each level is full of exciting combat, obstacles, and adventure.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Action RPG 15%, RPG 6.1%, Action-Adventure 4.8%
- #35 Dragon Caffi
75% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2022
Dev: Ddraig House Game Studio Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Join Margo on her quest to discover the joy that food brings to others, and the memories gathered around sharing a treat with loved ones!
Why similar: 2.5D 25.1%, Cooking 21.4%, Hand-drawn 15.3%, RPG 8.7%, Comedy 6.1%
- #36 Muscles Over Magic
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyoto Crank
Windows
Muscles Over Magic is a 2D action-platformer, beat-em-up with a love story. As the only non-magic user in the Kingdom, earn your chance to marry the Princess by leaving no other suitor left standing. Which will prevail in the end? Muscles or Magic?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.5%, Side Scroller 27%, Action RPG 13.6%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #37 Paw Paw Paw
75% matchMixed56% of 427 reviews2020
Dev: SimpletonPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paw Paw Paw was a peaceful and prosperous kingdom. Until one day, when the King had decided to enforce everyone to wear pants. We are the resistance. We are the Antipants.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.1%, Action RPG 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action-Adventure 9%, Funny 8.5%
- #38 Disgaea Mayhem
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Magichange into action with this brand new take on the Disgaea franchise! It's time to fight your own battles with responsive, action-packed combat.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.1%, Action RPG 20.2%, RPG 13.1%, Action 8.1%, Anime 7.5%
- #39 Aidan Junior
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chap.C Games
Windows · Linux
A story-driven retro beat ’em up where you battle across a mysterious island to uncover its secrets and search for your lost father. Fight solo or in local co-op, unlock new abilities, and restore balance in a world shaped by ancient power.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.2%, Side Scroller 26.4%, 2.5D 20.8%, Action 7.1%, Combat 3.1%
- #40 Lost Boy : Lost Island
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: GulfPearl
Windows
Boy lost in island and need to look for anyone alive and his mother and need to survive.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.8%, 2.5D 21.6%, Side Scroller 20%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Action 10.8%
- #41 Sign My Petition
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio 9Bs
Windows
Sign My Petition is a beat-’em-up adventure about a mouse trying to save their tribe from extermination. Explore bizarre neighboring apartments, fight off strange enemies and bosses, and meet oddball characters along the way.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37%, Hand-drawn 20.8%, Comedy 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Cartoony 7.3%
- #42 Little Monster
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OnedrrPub: Judatone Studios
Windows
Little Monster is a hand painted side scroller beat ‘em up where you play as Stormy, a monster under the bed who protects us from our nightmares. Protect the dream! Explore the realms! Rescue your friends!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 42%, Side Scroller 33.7%, Hand-drawn 7%, Action 6.2%, Cartoony 4.3%
- #43 Battle Chef Brigade Deluxe
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,757 reviews2017
Dev: Trinket Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Battle Chef Brigade pairs combo-based hunting and puzzle-based cooking in a hand drawn, fantasy adventure. Cook your way into the Brigade while subduing Victusia’s destructive monsters. Follow Mina and Thrash in the single-player campaign or challenge your friends in Local Multiplayer and Daily Cook-Offs.
Why similar: Cooking 40.4%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 10.7%, Beat 'em up 7.4%
- #44 DNA Season 2 | Episode 4
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, RPG 8.7%
- #45 DNA: Final Episode: Part 1
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, RPG 8.7%
- #46 DNA 1: Finale
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, RPG 8.7%
- #47 DNA: Final Episode: Part 2
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Action RPG 17.2%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, RPG 8.7%
- #48 Fusion Relics
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richie FrancisPub: Cinderwing Games
Windows · Linux
(In Development) FUSION RELICS: A 2D side-scrolling, creature collector, RPG platformer with arcade hack and slash mechanics, hand drawn art, and character customization, where you battle giant titans, hatch unique creatures, and restore the balance between Light and Dark to a corrupted world!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.5%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Action RPG 16.2%, Hand-drawn 12%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #49 GravityMan
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MEYOSOFT
Windows
A 2.5D side-scrolling action game. Simple controls and gravity gimmicks. Use gravity abilities to overcome various gimmicks and clear stages.
Why similar: 2.5D 45.1%, Side Scroller 32.1%, Action 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #50 Garuda Emblem
69% 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 29.4%, Action RPG 15.4%, Side Scroller 13%, Hand-drawn 9.2%, Anime 7.8%
- #51 Reaper - Tale of a Pale Swordsman
71% matchMixed67% of 456 reviews2014
Dev: Hexage
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.2%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 7.8%
- #52 Leafblade
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wayward Games
Windows
The coziest mix of ARPG and monster tamer. Fight along the Mons you meet in your adventure to recover the bond between humans and Mons. Take care of your Mons in your farm, improving their combat and farm skills while ensuring their happiness.
Why similar: Cooking 23.1%, Action RPG 18.1%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, Action-Adventure 10.6%, RPG 6.4%
- #53 Clobber Barons
67% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Stanli LLC
Windows
A short, arcade-style throw back to the beat 'em ups of the early 90's. Use the money you beat out of wealthy criminals to charge your power attacks while attempting to find the mastermind behind the criminal racket taking over your city.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.4%, 2.5D 21.7%, Side Scroller 21.7%, Cartoony 8.3%, Action 8.2%
- #54 Umbrella Girl
68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: JunHo KimPub: MiriMiri
Windows
Umbrella Girl is a 2D belt-scroll action adventure game. You can enjoy various actions through the character's type transformation, and become the main character to free citizens from acid rain.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.6%, 2.5D 27.6%, Action-Adventure 13%, Action 10.2%, Combat 4.1%
- #55 Phase Ninja
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: ROYYOR LLC
Windows
Play as the Phase Ninja and help him use his special abilities to defend nearby residential areas from an onslaught of enemies. Try to find the origin of this invading force and put a stop to it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.4%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Hand-drawn 17.8%, Action 6.3%, Colorful 5.8%
- #56 Koitsugi: Legend of the Water Guardian
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blindkat Studios
Windows
Play as Kaida, a koi who is reluctantly thrown in to save, not just her pond, but the entire river from a poison that turns the habitants into raged filled monsters. In this story driven action-adventure you will slug it out with some of these river dwellers, friend and foe, to save your home!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.8%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Funny 9.2%
- #57 Maiden Cops
66% matchVery Positive87% of 317 reviews2024
Dev: Pippin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Maiden Cops is a Beat'em Up full of classic, arcade-style action and ass kicking. Choose among the gorgeous Maiden Cops policewomen, tackle crime in Maiden City and enjoy premium-level pixel art and a breathtaking soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.2%, 2.5D 20.3%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Anime 8.8%, Funny 8.5%
- #58 The Knight in Pajamas
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: NNR
Windows
The Knight was yanked out of bed and hurled into the craziest beat 'em up adventure! Help him complete his quest and get back home. Slash through hordes of enemies, defeat bosses, and take their unique weapons with special effects.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.6%, Side Scroller 19%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Cartoony 8.3%
- #59 Divine Legacy: Neo Amburia
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Godarkhaos
Windows
Divine Legacy: Neo Amburia is a medieval-fantasy RPG where a young woman must save her childhood friend, who’s been pulled toward a dark fate. With little more than determination, she'll battle powerful foes, form unexpected alliances, and uncover secrets that could reshape the world.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Action RPG 21.9%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, RPG 11.3%, Anime 9.1%
- #60 DNA: Episode 3
66% match7 user reviews88% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: INOA GAMES
Windows
DNA 1 is a hand drawn episodic beat up up anime game created by a Solo Developer. Play as the protagonist Leo, a genetically modified with Extraterrestrial life Elite Nova Corp Troop, as he faces challenges on what path he must take to change his life. Thus begins the epic story of DNA!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.4%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Romance 9.4%, RPG 8.9%