Games Like Obsolete Souls™ Episode 0: Operation Haiti

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 32.2%, Old School 9.9%, Retro 9.8%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

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 30.6%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Co-op 6.4%

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 34.9%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Co-op 11.3%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Local Co-Op 8%

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 24.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Co-op 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Local Co-Op 6.2%

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 43.2%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Co-op 8%, Retro 6.7%

Clobber the Castle Crashers! Princess Paladin is a 2D action game where you fight to remove uninvited houseguests. Follow Princess Nala as she uses all the magic at her disposal (and a giant club) to empty out her castle and regain her peace and quiet.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Side Scroller 16.2%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

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 30.6%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Retro 7.7%, Old School 7.4%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Co-op 12.9%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Local Co-Op 8.2%

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 32.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Retro 10.4%, Local Co-Op 7.5%, Old School 7.1%

Do I have to beat the enemy? A gentle 2D action game where you don't have to beat the enemy.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.7%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Retro 15.6%, Action 11.8%, 2D 6.2%

A retro pixel-art medieval beat ’em up about a forgotten knight, a very long journey, and an unreasonable amount of trouble. Fight, jump, grab, throw and dash your way across an absurd kingdom where bureaucracy, bad decisions and unnecessary adventures are everywhere.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.2%, Side Scroller 17.1%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Retro 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Fight through a bright medieval fantasy world in this 2D pixel-art beat ’em up action RPG. Master the Spellblade and Monk, shape each expedition with runes, choose paths in the stage itself, and play solo or in local two-player co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Co-op 10.5%, Local Co-Op 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

the blonde Airship Knight Dorota, during a battle in the ruins, accidentally discovers an amnesiac girl, Agate. This also draws the attention of sky pirates, leading to fierce battles. The game offers rich levels and exciting battles, with many companions who will fight alongside you!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Join Seph, Malakh, and Arkho in Infinite Heroes, a fast-paced arcade beat 'em up! Fight through hordes of corrupted machines, master unique character combat skills, and defeat powerful bosses to save the world from total virus corruption.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 46%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Retro 15%, Action 10.9%, 2D 5.9%

Take control of Azula in this action-packed beat-em-up adventure game, where you will recover your abilities as you progress through the simulation. Use close combat attacks and powerful electrical strikes to defeat your enemies and reach the end!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Side Scroller 22.4%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action 5.3%

Kick tail with tail! Join Rose, the scrappy fishing village girl turned half-dragon hero for some high-impact fantasy beat-em-up action. Kick, slam, tackle, spit fire, tail slap, and throw whatever and whoever you get your claws on to a groovy surf rock soundtrack.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.8%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Retro 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Explosive 2D Pixel Art Action! Help the Skeleton Punchers defeat the Zerpian army of the night and recover the Patrician's Hoard before it's too late!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.2%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Retro 7.2%, Old School 7%

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 32.8%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Retro 10%, Old School 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

A collection of seven retro beat 'em ups with enhanced features like rewind, cheats, screen filters, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.3%, Retro 15.4%, Co-op 9.1%, Side Scroller 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Can't a Magical Girl retire in peace? You may have lost your powers, but you can still throw a punch!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Co-op 6.4%

Ezra's Legacy is an action packed 2d platformer game inspired in classics from the 80s, with 8-bit aesthetics, great soundtrack and awesome gameplay. If you want something new and exciting, but at the same time pay homage to the classics, then Ezra's Legacy is for you!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.4%, Side Scroller 20%, Retro 17.6%, Old School 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

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 41.1%, Co-op 11%, Retro 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Local Co-Op 6%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.7%, Co-op 15.8%, Retro 11.8%, Action 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

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 50%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Co-op 12%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Action 8.3%

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 54.4%, Retro 14%, Co-op 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Local Co-Op 6.8%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Action 5.7%, Old School 5.6%

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 36.6%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Retro 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Colorful 6%

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 45.2%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Co-op 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Rawbogem is a single-player brawler packed with parries, swift combat, and pre-fight upgrades that shapes every battle. Step into the boots of Iron Bessie, a one-woman army tearing through the Dur Crew to bring down their leader, Baja Steele.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.9%, Side Scroller 22%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Retro 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

A side scrolling action love letter to Kung Fu Master / Spartan X. Jump, dodge, and kick your way through a flood of increasingly challenging enemies and stage bosses.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.3%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Action 10.3%, Retro 8.7%

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 36.5%, Side Scroller 16%, Co-op 8.9%, Old School 8.8%, Action 8.6%

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 45.6%, Side Scroller 19%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Action 8%, Co-op 7%

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 30.5%, Co-op 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Retro 11.2%, Old School 7.6%

Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.1%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Co-op 11.3%, Action 9.3%, Local Co-Op 6.2%

Emona, a witch who recovers her magical powers by drinking the semen of her attendant, saves the girls captured by goblins. The event scene is a pixel-art full-animation action game.Emona's double jump is the key to successfully moving him.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.8%, Side Scroller 21.9%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

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 48.7%, Co-op 10.6%, Action 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Side Scroller 6.6%

KnightMan is a 2D pixel art retro style platformer. Play as KnightMan, a heroic warrior who has taken it upon himself to save the 5 realms from the clutches of evil. Traverse through 20 hand-crafted levels across 5 unique zones, each populated by a variety of enemies and hazards.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, 2D Platformer 16%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Combat 7.4%

SENTIENT STEEL is a fast-paced 2.5D action-platformer for up to two players. Fight back against a rogue Artificial Intelligence, avoiding the growths of its synthetic infection, and destroying its fearsome Machines.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Co-op 12%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Local Co-Op 7.2%

For those of you who are just starting to draw pixel art, I've put together a basic knowledge of pixel art. If you're just starting out, I'm sure you'll be able to improve faster after reading this course! I think it explains the material expression in pixel art in an easy to understand way!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.9%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Action 10.6%, Fantasy 6.4%

This is an action-adventure game where a magical girl embarks on a journey through a fantasy world. Take control of the protagonist and dash through eight diverse stages. At the end of each stage, a powerful boss awaits the player.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.1%, Female Protagonist 24.2%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Fantasy 11.4%, Action 8.2%

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 31%, Action 12%, Co-op 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Female Protagonist 8.4%

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 61.3%, Retro 10.7%, Co-op 9.9%, Action 4.9%, Side Scroller 4.6%

The classical side-scroll action game, "Double Dragon" series' newest sequel! A new legend begins!!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.4%, Retro 19.8%, Action 15.4%, Side Scroller 10.5%, Local Co-Op 6%

Recover your stolen VAMPIRE MECHA POWER CHASSIS suits from 6 deadly monsters sent by your brother, Dark Moth. Toggle through elemental suits and custom Blaster configurations in this punishing retro 8-bit shooter. Earn mobility upgrades from the Reaper and collect what was stolen from you. GO!

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Old School 11.4%, Retro 11%, Action 11%

The 16-bit classic comes to the West for the very first time! A princess in a castle has been kidnapped by a group of mysterious ninjas. Luckily for her, a young ninja named Casey is aware of the situation, and embarks on a mission to save her because... He is the Ninja of Justice!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.4%, Co-op 14.7%, Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Local Co-Op 5.6%

A robbery has taken place! Four Diva's from around the world are showcasing their treasures at the local lounge but things have gone south. It's time to fight back!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.7%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Retro 12.2%, 2D Platformer 7.3%

Play as members of the real life rock band DZ DEATHRAYS as you work your way up from backyard parties to the main stage while bringing in the cheers and dodging the flying beers! Its an original twist on a classic 2d pixel art based beat-em-up that will have you head banging all the way to the top.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.1%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Old School 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

Challenging and rewarding gameplay, crisp pixelart graphics, and very crunchy audio. A tiny game for ginormous gamers.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, Retro 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Old School 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.4%

FightBit is a side-scrolling beat-em-up with pseudo 8-bit graphics and rudimentary gameplay influenced by contemporary melee focused combat games. Defeat the Dragon Queen and her army!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.8%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Retro 11.5%, Action 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Old School 10.7%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

In this retro action game, the player controls a mysterious ronin, navigating the rooftops and alleys of a rainy city as they are hunted by a team of elite assassins.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Action 9.3%, Retro 7.3%

In this city, not even the power of friendship can stave off the threat of rising housing costs. So, put on your glittery big girl gloves, and get ready to punch, bash, thwack, and twinkle through enemies to rack up a small fortune of rent funds in Yuumi-Chan: Rent is Due!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.7%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, PvE 9.6%, Action 5.9%, 2D 5.6%

Dance, style, and spellcast your way through hordes of dazzling and dangerous baddies on your way towards fame and glory in this groovy discofest! There's one catch though, all your spells get randomized every 30 seconds!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41%, Retro 14%, Score Attack 12.8%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Colorful 7%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Fight your way up the five floors of the Devil's Temple in a pixel-art beat-'em-up built on arcade classics. Punches, kicks, grabs, weapon pickups and Ki-Burst combos — alone or in local 2-player co-op. Reach the top. Take back the temple.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Co-op 10.2%, Retro 7.5%, Old School 6.8%

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 38.3%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Co-op 7.9%, Old School 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6%

Nekobyte is a retro-styled sidescrolling beat-em-up influenced by soulslike gameplay. Beyond the game’s normal mode of play, a randomizer mode is also available to play for players who want an extra challenge or varied subsequent playthroughs.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.2%, Side Scroller 19%, Action 9.2%, Retro 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

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 39.7%, Side Scroller 25.2%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Action 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

Smashfruit is a lighthearted, 2D action-platformer. Play with up to 4 players and work together to gather collectibles and complete courses together!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 14%, PvE 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%