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 31.4%, Old School 9.9%, Retro 9.9%, Female Protagonist 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

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 30.1%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Co-op 6.7%

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 24.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Co-op 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Local Co-Op 6.2%

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 34.8%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Co-op 12%, 2D Platformer 10%, Local Co-Op 8.2%

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 42.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Co-op 8.4%, Retro 6.9%

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 29.6%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Retro 7.7%, Old School 7.4%

An action platformer with size-changing mechanics. Be quick and nimble or large and in-charge!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Foreign 21.9% ★, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Retro 7.7%

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 48.1%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Retro 15.9%, Action 11.6%, 2D 6.6%

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 13.6%, Side Scroller 10.3%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Local Co-Op 8.4%

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 31.8%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Retro 10.7%, Local Co-Op 7.6%, Old School 7.2%

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 28.5%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

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 35.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, Action 5.2%

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 28.5%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Female Protagonist 7.4%, Retro 7.3%, Old School 7%

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 20.3%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Retro 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Old School 11.5%

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

Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.1%, Retro 15.8%, Co-op 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

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%, Co-op 16.3%, Retro 11.9%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

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 32.3%, Retro 10.3%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Old School 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

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%, Side Scroller 18%, Retro 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Colorful 6.1%

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 53.7%, Retro 14.1%, Co-op 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Local Co-Op 6.9%

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 40.3%, Co-op 11.5%, Retro 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Local Co-Op 6.1%

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 49.9%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Co-op 12.7%, Local Co-Op 9%, Action 8.3%

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 44.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Co-op 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

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 28.5%, Co-op 13.2%, Retro 12.1%, Old School 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.4%

A 2D side-scrolling action game where you battle through challenging stages filled with enemies. Master precise combat, avoid damage, and push forward through each trial to reach and defeat the Evil Eye.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.3%, Side Scroller 24%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action 8.3%, Female Protagonist 6.4%

502's Arcade is a collection of fast paced arcade games. Ghost hunting in a procedural dungeon crawler, fast reflex puzzle solving in a potion shop, blasting through alien enemies and more! Get good old arcade fun featuring modern mechanics and challenge your way to the top of the leaderboards.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.9%, Retro 13.3%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Old School 11.4%, Score Attack 10.3%

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 41.9%, Side Scroller 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action 10.2%, Retro 8.9%

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 21.7%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Combat 7.6%

Tokyo Waning Moon is a two-button survival action in moonlit Tokyo! Slash zombie hordes rushing from left and right - no escape, no retreat! Level up your skills, chase high scores, and conquer time attack challenges!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.3%, Foreign 27.8% ★, Score Attack 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Action 7.5%

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 29.8%, Co-op 14.4%, Retro 11.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Old School 7.7%

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 36.1%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Old School 8.9%, Co-op 8.8%, Retro 8.7%

Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.7%, Side Scroller 19%, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Action 8%, Co-op 7%

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 45.2%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Action 10.4%, Fantasy 6.5%

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 32.4%, Side Scroller 21.7%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

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 32.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Co-op 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12%, Local Co-Op 7.2%

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 38.7%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Fantasy 11.7%, Action 8.1%

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 60.6%, Retro 11%, Co-op 10.5%, 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%, Retro 20.2%, Action 15.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Local Co-Op 6.1%

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

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, Retro 14.8%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Old School 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%

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 32.9%, Co-op 15.3%, Retro 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, 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 32.3%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Retro 12.4%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

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%, Co-op 12%, Action 9.2%, Local Co-Op 6.3%

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 36.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Old School 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%

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 40.4%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Retro 11.8%, Action 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

A sidescrolling sextroidvania shtomp-em-up where you play as an alien girl with the power to absorb objects and grow larger!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.6%, Side Scroller 19.9%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, 2D 5.2%

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 38.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action 9.1%, Retro 7.4%

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 40.2%, Retro 14.1%, Score Attack 13.4%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Colorful 7.1%

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 48.4%, Co-op 11.1%, Action 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Side Scroller 6.7%

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 34.7%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Co-op 6.6%

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 38.7%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Action 9%, Retro 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

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 39.4%, Side Scroller 25%, 2D Platformer 17%, Action 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

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 57.5%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

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 21.8%, Co-op 8.3%, Old School 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

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 33.4%, Side Scroller 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14%, PvE 8%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

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 31.1%, Co-op 12.6%, Action 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Female Protagonist 8%

The mysterious Yokai Monogatari has been opened, unleashing Yokai into the world! Help Miko seal them away and restore peace to the village. Build your deck and summon animals to defeat Yokai in this side-scrolling platformer!

Why similar: Foreign 28.5% ★, Side Scroller 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Fantasy 8%

In this cartooney club-em-up, released in 1984 for home microcomputers by Imagine, take on the role of the titular B.C. Bill, a true paragon of prehistoric sensibilities, solving all his many issues with his versatile wooden club.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.8%, Retro 22.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Old School 8.6%, Action 6.8%

Hit the streets and pummel baddies in this classic handheld game inspired Beat 'Em Up! Fight solo or double up with a friend for local co-op!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Old School 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Local Co-Op 8.3%

The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 51.8%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Co-op 12.1%, Action 8.8%, Local Co-Op 8.2%

A side scrolling beat 'em up game where you control 4 characters with unique combat mechanics. Make your way through 6 stages of this crime-ridden world, where random events happen to spice up the combat experience.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.7%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Co-op 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Fantasy 6.5%