- #1 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
97% matchVery Positive83% of 372 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
The ULTIMATE collection is here! It all began in ’93, and now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home in a new stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured!
Why similar: Fighting 41% ★, 2D Fighter 35.2%, PvP 10.7%, Action 6.8%, Multiplayer 3.2%
- #2 MerFight
96% matchPositive100% of 49 reviews2024
Dev: Mattrified Games, LLC
Windows
Dive into the depths of MerFight, a captivating 2.5D fighting game featuring 12 fin-tastic fighters inspired by the dazzling array of sea life. Experience the thrill of fast-paced combat in a game designed for both veterans and newcomers alike, with a focus on flexibility and approachability.
Why similar: Fighting 26.5% ★, 2D Fighter 20.5%, 3D Fighter 18.6%, 2.5D 12%, PvP 10.7%
- #3 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,031 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 55.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
“GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES”, the latest entry in the legendary "FATAL FURY" Series which still continues to fascinate players around the world to this day, returns for a new fight on Steam!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.3%, Fighting 39.5% ★, Arcade 10%, Action 5.3%
- #4 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
95% matchVery Positive91% of 534 reviews2019
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL, which was the last game made for SNK’s NEOGEO back in 2004, finally makes its way onto Steam. It features everything fans expect from a fighting game such as training mode, online matches, etc.
Why similar: Fighting 47.5% ★, 2D Fighter 38.7%, Action 9.2%, Arcade 4.7%
- #5 Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,165 reviews2025
Dev: Ryu Ga Gotoku StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
The pioneer 3D fighting series continues to evolve as Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage arrives on Steam! Featuring: Crossplay and Rollback Netcode support, a brand new single player mode: "World Stage", and more!
Why similar: 3D Fighter 33.4%, Fighting 28.3% ★, PvP 13.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.7%, Arcade 5.5%
- #6 FIGHTING EX LAYER
94% matchVery Positive83% of 876 reviews2018
Dev: ARIKA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
After a long wait, Arika's EX characters gather once again for another exciting battle! Kairi, Skullomania, Blaire, Pullum and the others are all back with the latest graphics. And this time they're bringing a brand new system - the "Gougi System". Grasp victory with Gougi!
Why similar: Fighting 50.9% ★, 2D Fighter 28.8%, 2.5D 6.8%, Arcade 5.6%, Action 5.5%
- #7 THE LAST BLADE
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 235 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 35%
“THE LAST BLADE”, the first entry in the legendary 2D weapons-based fighting game series from SNK set during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate, returns for another joust! Sharpen your blade, and be ready for some of the most epic battles on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 48% ★, 2D Fighter 37.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Action 6.2%
- #8 THE LAST BLADE 2
92% matchVery Positive92% of 402 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This widely revered NEOGEO masterpiece is finally available on STEAM! Not only a perfect port of the original game, the STEAM version of THE LAST BLADE 2 will allow players from across the globe to fight against each other online / locally in epic battles in online Multiplayer Mode.
Why similar: Fighting 42.8% ★, 2D Fighter 37.2%, Action 10.2%, Arcade 9.8%
- #9 Million Arthur: Arcana Blood
91% matchVery Positive81% of 331 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
For the first time on Steam, the incredible, over-the-top 2D fighter Million Arthur: Arcana Blood is ready to kick-off! Featuring many of the popular characters from the smash hit Million Arthur series as well as a variety of guest fighters!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 49%, Fighting 43.3% ★, Action 7.7%
- #10 SAMURAI SHODOWN
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,665 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 46.1%, Fighting 26.3% ★, PvP 13.8%, Action 5.9%, Multiplayer 4.3%
- #11 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
90% matchMostly Positive76% of 290 reviews2022
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Phantom Breaker Omnia is a fast-paced 2-D anime fighting game that features 20 unique characters, pitted against one another to make their greatest wishes come true. The ability to choose between 3 fighting styles will appeal to seasoned gamers while making the game accessible to newcomers.
Why similar: Fighting 44% ★, 2D Fighter 35.4%, PvP 11.6%, Action 5.5%, Multiplayer 2.9%
- #12 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
88% matchVery Positive84% of 8,846 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 69.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Why similar: Fighting 36.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.5%, PvP 12.5%, Arcade 3.8%, Multiplayer 3.7%
- #13 Breakers Collection
89% matchVery Positive92% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Breakers Collection features both of the original games (Breakers and Breakers Revenge) and a brand new content for the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games, that was released in 1996 for the Neogeo and Arcades.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.8%, Fighting 27.5% ★, PvP 14.2%, Arcade 8.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%
- #14 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
89% matchVery Positive82% of 254 reviews2016
Dev: Studio Saizensen
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In a world controlled by blade, magic, and fist, diverse warriors gather for battle! This is a 2D fighting game featuring characters from Shining Blade and Shining Hearts.
Why similar: Fighting 46.1% ★, 2D Fighter 38.6%, Action 10.4%, Arcade 4.9%
- #15 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
87% matchVery Positive89% of 336 reviews2017
Dev: FK DigitalPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.6%, Fighting 44.3% ★, Action 5.7%, Local Multiplayer 4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #16 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
86% matchVery Positive85% of 421 reviews2017
Dev: Team ArcanaPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
New playable character "Minori Amanohara" and new Arcana "Ichor" the Blood joins the battle in "Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!!"! More new characters to join in future updates!
Why similar: Fighting 42% ★, 2D Fighter 41%, Arcade 6.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.3%, Action 5.1%
- #17 Rage of the Dragons NEO
85% matchPositive94% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Engage in intense tag team battles in Rage of the Dragons NEO! Play the cult-classic among the fans of Fighting Games with brand exclusive content!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30%, Fighting 29% ★, PvP 13.8%, Arcade 7.7%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%
- #18 Battle High 2 A+
86% matchPositive89% of 45 reviews2017
Dev: Mattrified Games, LLC
Windows
The fast-paced fighting action of the Battle High series comes to Steam! Face-off in the tough halls of San Bruno High for the Elementally Advanced as 14 students (and 1 insidious faculty member) and discover the secret behind the mysterious illness stripping students of their powers!
Why similar: Fighting 47.7% ★, 2D Fighter 43.5%, Action 7.6%, Indie 1.2%
- #19 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
83% matchVery Positive87% of 951 reviews2025
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Capcom's new fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34%, Fighting 28.4% ★, 3D Fighter 15.1%, Arcade 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 5.6%
- #20 Punch Planet - Early Access
84% matchVery Positive93% of 195 reviews2017
Dev: Sector-K Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Punch Planet is a Competitive Sci-Fi 2D fighter with a rich and immersive universe, spanning exotic planets, advanced cities, and alien races.
Why similar: Fighting 47.6% ★, 2D Fighter 44.6%, Action 4.5%, Multiplayer 2.6%, Indie 0.8%
- #21 DNF Duel
84% matchMixed63% of 4,185 reviews2022
Dev: NEOPLE Inc.Pub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Action fighting at its extreme! Enter the new beat’em up world of Arad as your favorite character from the beloved Dungeon and Fighter franchise!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.4%, Fighting 24.1% ★, 2.5D 12.3%, PvP 9.8%, 3D Fighter 9.1%
- #22 Arcus Chroma: Classic
82% matchVery Positive96% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: Gx Development
Windows · Mac
Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles! Arcus Chroma is an offline juggle combo fighting game where dodging and countering are the keys to victory. With a truly unique cast to choose from, let your mind run wild as you master the game's creative combo system.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.5%, Fighting 34.7% ★, 2.5D 15.5%, PvP 6.7%, Action 3.4%
- #23 Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid
82% 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: Fighting 49% ★, 2D Fighter 33.2%, Action 12.2%, Multiplayer 5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #24 Override 2: Super Mech League
81% matchMixed61% of 148 reviews2020
Dev: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
The gigantic robot brawler is Mech-ing a super-charged comeback in Override 2: Super Mech League!
Why similar: Fighting 38.3% ★, 3D Fighter 35.1%, PvP 9.6%, Action 6.5%, Local Multiplayer 4.6%
- #25 SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS
79% matchVery Positive87% of 366 reviews2024
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
SNK and CAPCOM legends clash in this star-studded crossover fighting game! The 2003 arcade hit SVC CHAOS is back and better than ever!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 55.5%, Fighting 12.8% ★, PvP 11.8%, Action 7.9%, Dark 7.3%
- #26 GUILTY GEAR
81% matchVery Positive80% of 686 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
The origin of the series, the abnormality of the fighting game genre, now returns... HEAVEN or HELL?LET'S Rock!
Why similar: Fighting 46.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Action 5.4%, Arcade 4.4%
- #27 The Rumble Fish 2
80% matchMixed50% of 58 reviews2022
Dev: 株式会社3goo
Windows
A legendary arcade game developed by Dimps in 2005. This fighting game gained popularity for its smooth visuals powered by S.M.A as well as the high level of strategy driven by its 2-gauge system. And with the addition of new current-gen features it's even easier to play.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.7%, Fighting 30.8% ★, PvP 16%, Arcade 9.5%, Multiplayer 4.9%
- #28 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 553 reviews2020
Dev: HiFight
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
FOOTSIES is a simple 2D ground-based fighting game that both new and experienced players can pick up and enjoy right away. Featuring online battle mode with rollback netcode, implemented using GGPO open-source codes.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.4%, Fighting 32.4% ★, PvP 14.4%, Arcade 7.3%, Action 3.4%
- #29 Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel
79% matchVery Positive91% of 1,117 reviews2016
Dev: EXAMUPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The hit crossover 2D fighter finally makes its way to PC, updated to the latest arcade version for character balancing, added background animations and additional winning poses. It also includes all DLC from the console release, such as additional fighters Homura and Heart, in a single value package.
Why similar: Fighting 33.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.1%, PvP 13.7%, Arcade 7.5%, Dark 4.9%
- #30 Capcom Fighting Collection
77% matchVery Positive91% of 996 reviews2022
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Ten of Capcom's most popular arcade games in one bumper collection! A wide variety of titles are included from series such as Street Fighter and Darkstalkers, Cyberbots, and the first home console port of Red Earth! And of course, all titles support online play!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.2%, Fighting 29.3% ★, Arcade 10.6%, PvP 10%, Action 5.7%
- #31 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
78% matchMixed67% of 229 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Battle Fantasia", the fantasy RPG themed 2D Fighting game is now appearing on Steam, and "REVISED" with the latest balances and improved visual effects! Comes with FREE Soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: Fighting 41.4% ★, 2D Fighter 34.7%, 2.5D 7.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Arcade 5.2%
- #32 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,342 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this collection of 12 Street Fighter games, four groundbreaking titles let you hop online and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode or play with friends.
Why similar: Fighting 44.7% ★, 2D Fighter 37.7%, Arcade 7.4%, Action 3.7%, Multiplayer 3.6%
- #33 Dual Souls: The Last Bearer
76% matchPositive93% of 41 reviews2021
Dev: Stun Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get ready for intense 2D fighting with Rollback Net-Code. Spirit of old-school fighting games is back with Dual Souls! Inspired by the classic fighting game series, Dual Souls delivers it all - it’s fast; it’s full on; it’s tactical; it’s online and it’s FUN!
Why similar: Fighting 46.4% ★, 2D Fighter 44.4%, Action 7.9%, Indie 1.3%
- #34 Terrordrome - Reign of the Legends
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 175 reviews2024
Dev: Huracan StudioPub: Forthright Entertainment
Windows
Terrordrome Reign Of The Legends is an indie fighting game set in a world where characters from horror literature, urban legends, cryptids, mythology exist within our modern world. This spiritual successor to Terrordrome Rise of the Boogeymen will be the perfect fighting game for all fans of horror.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.1%, Fighting 29.5% ★, PvP 9.8%, Horror 7.9%, Dark 7.3%
- #35 FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,064 reviews2026
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold…
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.7%, Fighting 30.6% ★, PvP 15.9%, Arcade 6.2%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #36 Pocket Rumble
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 207 reviews2016
Dev: Cardboard Robot GamesPub: Chucklefish Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Pocket Rumble is a streamlined, beginner-friendly 2-button fighting game that retains all the gameplay elements that make traditional 2D fighters great, but reduces the level of execution and memorization necessary to the bare minimum.
Why similar: Fighting 46.7% ★, 2D Fighter 44.1%, Action 7.6%, Indie 1.6%
- #37 Fantasy Strike
75% matchMixed61% of 2,090 reviews2019
Dev: Sirlin Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
A fighting game designed from the ground up to be so easy to control that even non-fighting game players can play it, yet deep enough to play in tournaments. Vibrant graphics and excellent online play.
Why similar: Fighting 32.7% ★, 2D Fighter 32.2%, PvP 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Arcade 5.4%
- #38 Blade Strangers
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 351 reviews2018
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A malevolent force known only as Lina is devouring data from a vast, interdimensional network of servers overseen by sentient computers called ”motes.” In desperation, the motes summon heroes from a variety of parallel game worlds to face off against each other in one-on-one combat.
Why similar: Fighting 44.7% ★, 2D Fighter 42.5%, Action 12.8%
- #39 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
74% matchVery Positive91% of 994 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dramatic Stylish 2D Fighting Action 「UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late」 now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 44.4% ★, 2D Fighter 43.2%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%, Action 3.6%, Arcade 3.3%
- #40 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
73% matchVery Positive82% of 4,172 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV finally hits STEAM! KOF XIV is back with its classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system but evolved to 3D! 58 charismatic fighters are about to clash in this new chapter of KOF!
Why similar: Fighting 53.5% ★, 2D Fighter 23.5%, Arcade 7.6%, 2.5D 6.5%, Action 3%
- #41 HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×IMPACT
71% matchMixed65% of 235 reviews2025
Dev: Bushiroad GamesPub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
"HUNTER x HUNTER"'s first full-fledged fighting game is now available with 3v3 Nen ability team battles! Aim for victory with your own strongest team!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.8%, Fighting 19.9% ★, PvP 19.2%, Action 8.4%, Multiplayer 5.8%
- #42 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
73% matchVery Positive93% of 4,784 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The final episode of the series, "MELTY BLOOD Actress Again Current Code" is now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 44.4% ★, 2D Fighter 42.5%, Arcade 4.6%, Action 3.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.6%
- #43 Fight of Animals
72% matchVery Positive94% of 468 reviews2019
Dev: Digital Crafter
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Animal memes such as Power Hook Dog, Mighty Fox, Magic Squirrel and more are now become Fighters!! Simple Controls & Funny Animals & Exciting Battles!!! Choose your favorite animal and join the fight!Players are able to fight through arcade mode become the King of Animals!
Why similar: Fighting 27.4% ★, 2D Fighter 23.8%, 3D Fighter 20.4%, 2.5D 13.5%, Local Multiplayer 8%
- #44 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
70% matchVery Positive86% of 2,470 reviews2024
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 47.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The newest riveting installment in the epic Under Night In-Birth saga rises from the Abyss! Improved visuals and battle system! Witness the curtain fall on the tale of the Hollow Night. Vie for supremacy through exhilarating combat and a deep, robust battle system!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.5%, Fighting 21.7% ★, PvP 9.6%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 5.7%
- #45 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
71% matchVery Positive80% of 4,600 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! Cross over between 4 different universes! Play as characters from the BlazBlue, Persona, Under Night In-Birth, and (for the first time ever in a fighting game), RWBY series!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.4%, Fighting 43.1% ★, Local Multiplayer 5.2%, Action 4.1%, Multiplayer 2%
- #46 Koihime Enbu
72% matchVery Positive86% of 312 reviews2016
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Originally an arcade fighting game, Koihime Enbu features fast combat, tight controls, clean visuals, and 13 different playable characters!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.4%, Fighting 44.5% ★, Action 7%, Arcade 3.2%
- #47 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
69% matchVery Positive83% of 6,795 reviews2023
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 54.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rise to the challenge in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising! This powered up, revamped sequel to GBVS is more enjoyable and accessible than ever before. With simplified input options, even newcomers can engage in thrilling and strategic matches!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 48%, Fighting 35.3% ★, Action 5.4%, Multiplayer 4.9%, PvP 3.1%
- #48 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
70% matchVery Positive94% of 3,836 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45%, Fighting 43.4% ★, Local Multiplayer 4.7%, Action 4%, Arcade 1.9%
- #49 Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite
71% 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: Fighting 55.7% ★, 2D Fighter 26.9%, Arcade 6.5%, Action 4.2%, Multiplayer 3.9%
- #50 JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
68% matchVery Positive90% of 15,605 reviews2022
Dev: CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Hirohiko Araki's masterpiece, brought to life as a fighting game! Battle with 50 colorful characters, wielding Stands, Hamon, and more! See how characters who could never meet in the story interact when they come face to face!
Why similar: Fighting 33.2% ★, 3D Fighter 21.4%, 2D Fighter 20.4%, PvP 12.4%, Action 3.9%
- #51 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,583 reviews2018
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 45%
KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!
Why similar: Fighting 42.9% ★, 2D Fighter 40.7%, Action 7.5%, Arcade 5.8%, Multiplayer 3.1%
- #52 Killer Instinct
69% matchVery Positive87% of 5,519 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
Why similar: Fighting 48.4% ★, 2D Fighter 26.9%, 2.5D 6.2%, Arcade 5.1%, Multiplayer 4.3%
- #53 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
70% matchMixed64% of 295 reviews2015
Dev: Yatagarasu Dev TeamPub: Nyu Media
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm is an original, traditional-style 2D fighting game with 11 playable characters and which focuses on delivering solid game play and high quality production values.
Why similar: Fighting 49.3% ★, 2D Fighter 44.2%, Action 5.6%, Indie 1%
- #54 KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE
66% matchPositive87% of 47 reviews2025
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Sudden-death tag team turmoil—with weapons! KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE rises from its 1996 arcade roots in this enhanced Steam edition. Includes rollback netcode for seamless online play, a swathe of new features, and a bonus jukebox and media gallery—plus even lets 4 players fight at once!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 51.9%, Arcade 13.7%, PvP 12.6%, Action 9.7%, Dark 7.9%
- #55 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
67% matchVery Positive88% of 4,490 reviews2022
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A Persona 4 Smackdown!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 47.8%, Fighting 39.1% ★, Action 5%, Multiplayer 4.5%, Local Multiplayer 1.8%
- #56 Fight of Animals: Arena
68% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Digital Crafter
Windows
Meme animals strike again!! Let the meme battle goes into NEXT LEVEL!! With varied stages, items and support up to 4 players local and online, “Fight of Animals: Arena” will bring you a brand new Brawler experience!! Let the fight begin!!
Why similar: Fighting 28.8% ★, 2D Fighter 25.2%, PvP 14.6%, 2.5D 10.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%
- #57 Them's Fightin' Herds
67% matchVery Positive81% of 4,485 reviews2020
Dev: Mane6, Inc.Pub: Gameplay Group International
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Them’s Fightin’ Herds is a 2D fighting game featuring a cast of adorable animals designed by acclaimed cartoon producer Lauren Faust. Beneath the cute and cuddly surface, a serious fighter awaits!
Why similar: Fighting 34% ★, 2D Fighter 33.3%, PvP 13%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #58 Fight of Gods
67% matchVery Positive84% of 863 reviews2019
Dev: Digital Crafter
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Your prayers have been answered! For the first time ever, gods, holy spirits and mythological characters from around the globe and throughout history will clash in an explosive 2D fighter where the entire world is at stake!
Why similar: Fighting 33.8% ★, 2D Fighter 29.7%, 2.5D 16.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.3%, PvP 4.7%
- #59 Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!
68% matchVery Positive81% of 468 reviews2015
Dev: EXAMU Inc.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
With its own unique battle system and a wide selection of characteristic angels, the girls are appearing on Steam for the first time in [Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!]!!
Why similar: Fighting 46.5% ★, 2D Fighter 36.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Arcade 5.6%, Action 3.5%
- #60 Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai
67% matchVery Positive90% of 180 reviews2018
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Koihime Enbu RyoRaiRai is a comprehensive rebalance of the popular fighter Koihime Enbu, featuring 14 playable characters, with “Chōryō” and "assist" character “Kaku” joining their rivals on the battlefield for the first time!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 43%, Fighting 42.2% ★, Action 14.8%