- #1 Mayhem Brawler
97% matchVery Positive89% of 869 reviews2021
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 25.4%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Fighting 12.1% ★, Side Scroller 11.2%, Co-op 10.6%
- #2 The TakeOver
96% matchVery Positive84% of 1,175 reviews2019
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
The Takeover is a side-scrolling beat'em up inspired by 90's classics such as Streets of Rage and Final Fight. Battle solo or alongside a friend in local co-op while listening to awesome tunes from Little V Mills, Richie Branson, James Ronald and industry legend Yuzo Koshiro!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.2%, Fighting 11.7% ★, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Violent 9.9%, Side Scroller 6.3%
- #3 Fight'N Rage
96% matchVery Positive91% of 3,184 reviews2017
Dev: sebagamesdev
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.2%, Fighting 16.3% ★, Local Co-Op 16.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.3%
- #4 99Vidas
95% matchMostly Positive79% of 645 reviews2016
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"99Vidas" is a "beat 'em up" set in a contemporary world that pays tribute to both the new and the classic in gaming industry. Brought to you in all pixelated, 16 bit-esque glory, chockfull of references to not only gaming, but all 80's and 90's pop culture.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.8%, Fighting 17.7% ★, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Retro 9.5%, Side Scroller 9%
- #5 Fist Puncher
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 312 reviews2013
Dev: Team2Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 53.8%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Side Scroller 8%, Action 7.7%, Retro 5.8%
- #6 Donuts'n'Justice
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 151 reviews2016
Dev: FobTi interactive
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.7%, Violent 19.5%, Retro 13.5%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 6.4%
- #7 HUNTDOWN
92% matchVery Positive95% of 4,325 reviews2021
Dev: Easy Trigger GamesPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.8%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Violent 14.6%, Co-op 13.4%, Retro 11.3%
- #8 Streets of Fury EX
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 860 reviews2015
Dev: Guard Crush
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.9%, Fighting 15.2% ★, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Co-op 10%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%
- #9 Final Vendetta
91% matchVery Positive80% of 534 reviews2022
Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Numskull Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
A hard-hitting action packed beat ‘em up in the vein of classic arcade titles. Featuring stunning pixel art and a thumping soundtrack with exclusive tracks from Utah Saints! Brawl with bad dudes and tough girls as you fight through dangerous environments.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.6%, Fighting 18.4% ★, Arcade 11.9%, Side Scroller 9%, Action 6.1%
- #10 Double Dragon: Neon
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,559 reviews2014
Dev: WayForwardPub: Midnight City
Windows
Median: 3.5 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 46.9%, Co-op 13.7%, Side Scroller 6.7%, Local Co-Op 6.6%, Arcade 6.4%
- #11 Wulverblade
89% matchVery Positive80% of 227 reviews2018
Dev: Fully IllustratedPub: Darkwind Media
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.5%, Violent 19.4%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Co-op 6.9%
- #12 Fallen City Brawl
86% matchVery Positive80% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Fallen City StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
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 38.6%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Co-op 8.7%, Old School 7.6%
- #13 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
90% matchMixed40% of 228 reviews2014
Dev: PD Design Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Revenge will consume you, but redemption will push you to your breaking point.Play as Dusty, a multi- weapon wielding warrior ready to face loads of outlawed criminals, dangerous creatures and the ruthless evil villain that rules them all.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.9%, Local Co-Op 24.4%, Co-op 17.2%, Action 9.5%, Side Scroller 6.6%
- #14 Jitsu Squad
87% matchVery Positive85% of 319 reviews2022
Dev: Tanuki Creative Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.6%, Fighting 16.4% ★, Co-op 13.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Old School 8.4%
- #15 RUSHING BEAT X: Return Of Brawl Brothers
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
The legendary beat ’em up series from Jaleco returns. Master trained fighters take on a rising evil with raw strength and refined technique. Built around easy-to-use auto-combos, the game lets skilled players weave powerful strings for exhilarating combat. Let your fists burn with fury once more.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.7%, Fighting 20.4% ★, Side Scroller 9.9%, Local Co-Op 9.6%, Co-op 8%
- #16 Double Dragon Trilogy
89% matchMixed54% of 1,088 reviews2015
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A groundbreaking, uber-popular game upon its arcade debut in 1987. Double Dragon is the undisputed godfather of co-op beat ‘em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Fighting 19.9% ★, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Arcade 11.1%, Retro 9.8%
- #17 Double Dragon IV
88% matchMixed59% of 812 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
The classical side-scroll action game, "Double Dragon" series' newest sequel! A new legend begins!!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.7%, Retro 14.8%, Fighting 14.2% ★, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Action 12%
- #18 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
86% matchVery Positive88% of 1,444 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 56.4%, Arcade 10.8%, Co-op 10.2%, Retro 8.6%, Local Co-Op 5.1%
- #19 9 Monkeys of Shaolin
84% matchVery Positive86% of 910 reviews2020
Dev: Sobaka StudioPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.2%, Fighting 19.8% ★, Co-op 16.2%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Side Scroller 9.4%
- #20 Streets of Rage 4
82% matchVery Positive92% of 19,422 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.3 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 38.8%, Fighting 16.2% ★, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.6%, Side Scroller 6%
- #21 Blazing Chrome
83% matchVery Positive88% of 1,945 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.7%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Retro 21.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 7.3%
- #22 Bloody Zombies
84% matchMixed63% of 100 reviews2017
Dev: Paw Print Games Ltd.Pub: nDreams
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fight across the ruins of London using carefully refined Free-Form Combat, taking down a terrifying variety of mutated zombies with an expanding special move-set. Created for 1-4 players, for online and offline play, Bloody Zombies is also enhanced with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.8%, Fighting 18.1% ★, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Co-op 11.1%, Violent 10.1%
- #23 Guns, Gore & Cannoli
82% matchVery Positive92% of 4,264 reviews2015
Dev: Rogueside
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.
Why similar: Co-op 18.1%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Beat 'em up 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.2%, Violent 8.7%
- #24 River City Girls
80% matchVery Positive84% of 3,770 reviews2019
Dev: WayForwardPub: WayForward
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 47.5%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Co-op 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Retro 6.5%
- #25 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
78% matchVery Positive86% of 1,625 reviews2023
Dev: Secret BasePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.7 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 30.1%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Side Scroller 12%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Retro 8.4%
- #26 Unruly Heroes
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 952 reviews2019
Dev: Magic Design Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.8%, Fighting 20.7% ★, Local Co-Op 19%, Co-op 14.3%, Side Scroller 11%
- #27 G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra
79% matchMixed47% of 167 reviews2024
Dev: indie.io
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%
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 20.7%, Fighting 16.4% ★, Co-op 14.4%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%
- #28 Deadbeat Heroes
81% matchMixed61% of 100 reviews2017
Dev: Upstream ArcadePub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The Prime Sinister’s reign of chaos has Londoners shaking in their boots! Air-dash, wall-run and rocket-punch your way through garish goons & badass bosses as you use your super-powered gauntlet to bring evil-doers to justice!
Why similar: Fighting 24.8% ★, Local Co-Op 24.3%, Beat 'em up 23.7%, Co-op 14.5%, Action 6.1%
- #29 Mother Russia Bleeds
79% matchVery Positive87% of 5,361 reviews2016
Dev: Le Cartel StudioPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An old-fashioned beat 'em up with big doses of adrenaline and trippiness, somewhere between the classic style of Streets of Rage and the ultra-violence of Hotline Miami. Set in a cold, ruthless Soviet Union, Mother Russia Bleeds aims to conjure up anxiety, unease, and drug-addled frenzy.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.4%, Violent 17.6%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Co-op 11.4%, Gore 8.6%
- #30 Vengeance Hunters
77% matchVery Positive86% of 65 reviews2024
Dev: Nalua Studio SLU
Windows
Vengeance Hunters is an adrenaline fueled Neo-Geo hardware developed beat’em’up that lets you and a friend in local co-op fight mutants, zombies, punks, gangsters, lab techs with bombs (you read that correctly), suited mystery men, cyborgs and more across multiple stages, sublevels and secret areas.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.6%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Retro 10.7%, Arcade 9%
- #31 Streets of Red : Devil's Dare Deluxe
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 258 reviews2019
Dev: Secret Base
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Welcome to Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe, the permadeath multiplayer horror beat'em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. The chills, thrills, bills, and opportunity to learn new skills won't stop until every street runs red with blood!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.7%, Violent 12.8%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Co-op 8.6%, Side Scroller 6.5%
- #32 MARVEL Cosmic Invasion
71% matchVery Positive89% of 2,201 reviews2025
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 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 30.7%, Co-op 13.9%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Arcade 9.6%
- #33 Tonight We Riot
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 565 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Pushers Union 512Pub: Means Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.3%, Co-op 17%, Action 14.7%, Retro 11.9%, Old School 10.3%
- #34 Shank
75% matchVery Positive90% of 4,021 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 36.7%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Co-op 6%, Action 5.8%
- #35 Caveman Warriors
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 82 reviews2017
Dev: JanduSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Jump back in time and free your inner caveman. Smash heads in this local cooperative platformer game. Play solo or team up with up to 4 players. Inspired by games like New Super Mario, Joe & Mac, Metal Slug and Trine.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Co-op 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Arcade 6.6%
- #36 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 78 reviews2024
Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
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 31.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Co-op 8.5%
- #37 Redeemer: Enhanced Edition
73% matchVery Positive88% of 3,174 reviews2017
Dev: Sobaka StudioPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Redeemer: Enhanced Edition is a brutal close-quarters brawler. Punch, crush, shoot, and use the environment to destroy enemies. Master deep melee combat, execute savage finishers, and fight for redemption as Vasily, a former elite operative hunted by a cybernetic corporation.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.9%, Fighting 18.9% ★, Violent 16.4%, Co-op 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.6%
- #38 Big Action Mega Fight!
75% matchMostly Positive82% of 376 reviews2016
Dev: Double Stallion
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Big Action Mega Fight! is a classic single player beat 'em up/brawler with a modern twist! Hilarious 2D cartoon combat inspired by Streets of Rage, Final Fight, Turtles in Time and Battletoads. Blast your way through levels filled with luscious art and unforgettable enemies. How fast can you SMASH?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.8%, Fighting 25.3% ★, Action 9%, Indie 4%, Casual 3.8%
- #39 Viking Squad
74% matchVery Positive85% of 277 reviews2016
Dev: Slick Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grab your trusty sword, strap on a fearsome helmet, and plunge into the chaotic fray of Viking Squad! In this three player co-op brawler you must put a stop to the wildly mischievous Loki and reopen the gates to Valhalla. Find a friend for local co-op couch play or find a match online!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.6%, Local Co-Op 27.9%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Action 9.2%, Indie 3.7%
- #40 Charlie Murder
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,848 reviews2017
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
It’s a punk rock apocalypse! Team up with your friends to lead embattled punk rock band Charlie Murder in their epic quest to save the world from rival death metalers Gore Quaffer and their legions of evil.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.6%, Co-op 16.1%, Violent 8.1%, Local Co-Op 7%, Gore 6.7%
- #41 Arson and Plunder: Unleashed
76% matchMixed47% of 127 reviews2015
Dev: Chainsaw Syndicate
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 51.6%, Local Co-Op 33.6%, Action 9.6%, Indie 5.3%
- #42 Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 129 reviews2023
Dev: Hack The PublisherPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Embody a hard-boiled detective seeking bloody justice. in an old-school, Korean-style beat-’em-up. Plow through the criminal underworld to find and punish those responsible for his sister's death...before his mind unravels and his vengeance completely destroys him.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.9%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Violent 9.4%, Crime 9.3%, Old School 8.9%
- #43 Maiden Cops
69% matchVery Positive87% of 327 reviews2024
Dev: Pippin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 38.8%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Retro 13.6%, Arcade 11.5%, Funny 8.3%
- #44 Pulling No Punches
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 649 reviews2022
Dev: BrainDead Broccoli
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A classic 2D arcade action game animated frame by frame. Survive a fictional pandemic in a city filled with madness and denial.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.6%, Fighting 31.9% ★, Action 6%, Colorful 4.4%, Casual 3.9%
- #45 Die for Valhalla!
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 143 reviews2018
Dev: Monster Couch
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
In the land of Vikings a monstrous portal has opened. The Great Old One is plotting to take over the world. Chaos spreads far and wide... and the party's just getting started! Novice Valkyries along with their new mysterious friend set out to save the world. What could possibly go wrong?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29%, Fighting 20.1% ★, Local Co-Op 18.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%
- #46 Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition
71% matchVery Positive90% of 2,491 reviews2015
Dev: Hello There Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The original epic introduction to the eternal KUNG FURY beat ‘em up saga. New stages, and the Hackademy. Both THE ARCADE STRIKES BACK and the A DAY AT THE BEACH campaign.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30%, Fighting 18% ★, Side Scroller 12.1%, Retro 10.6%, Arcade 10.5%
- #47 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
66% matchVery Positive94% of 14,594 reviews2022
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.9%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Arcade 8%, Colorful 3.8%
- #48 Colossus Down
70% matchVery Positive86% of 107 reviews2020
Dev: Mango Protocol
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Join forces with Nika, MechaNika, Agatha and the Great Bleeding Pig in this peculiar and crazy mission of destruction of everything that isn't cool.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.4%, Fighting 23.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Co-op 9.1%
- #49 Jay and Silent Bob: Mall Brawl
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 83 reviews2020
Dev: Interabang Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Play as Jay and Silent Bob in a retro 8-bit sidescrolling brawler solo or with a friend. Pummel enemies with hard-hitting combos, dash attacks, and elbow drops as well as a random assortment of weapons as you battle your way out of the mall and back to the Quickstop.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.5%, Fighting 25.1% ★, Co-op 13.2%, Side Scroller 10%, Retro 9.8%
- #50 Overruled!
73% matchMixed50% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: Dlala StudiosPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Overruled is a multiplayer brawler like no other - players change the rules and objectives as they play, directly influencing the dynamics of the game. No two games are ever the same!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.4%, Fighting 24.9% ★, Co-op 11.6%, Arcade 7.9%, Local Multiplayer 7%
- #51 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
67% matchMixed61% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: Cradle GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through 4 player local co-op
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.6%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Arcade 10.7%, Co-op 8.9%
- #52 Foul Play
70% 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 48.7%, Local Co-Op 26%, Co-op 8.6%, Action 5.2%, Side Scroller 4.8%
- #53 Last Slice
67% matchVery Positive91% of 96 reviews2022
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows
Last Slice is an action brawler where pizza has special abilities! In the campaign you deliver pizzas, and beat up anyone who stands in the way. In multiplayer, fight over the last slice of pizza with up to six people.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, Fighting 24.5% ★, Violent 12%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #54 Asterix & Obelix: Slap them All!
68% matchMixed62% of 341 reviews2021
Dev: Mr. Nutz StudioPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 29.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Co-op 8.5%
- #55 Bacon May Die
66% matchVery Positive94% of 907 reviews2021
Dev: SnoutUp
Windows
Chaotic bacon-flavored beat'em up with plenty of enemies to smash around
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, Fighting 20.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 14.8%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Funny 5.6%
- #56 Night Slashers: Remake
65% matchMixed65% of 159 reviews2024
Dev: Storm Trident S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat 'em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.6%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Arcade 11.5%, Combat 8%, Action 4.6%
- #57 Skinny & Franko: Fists of Violence
64% matchVery Positive86% of 186 reviews2023
Dev: Blue Sunset GamesPub: Console Labs S.A.
Windows
Brutal next chapter of Amiga's legendary beat'em up 'Franko: The Crazy Revenge' is here. It's time to clean the streets of shit. The iconic game finally gets a sequel it deserves. Are you ready? They are coming!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34%, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Old School 12.8%, Arcade 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.9%
- #58 Full Metal Furies
65% matchVery Positive91% of 2,905 reviews2018
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Co-op 24.3%, Local Co-Op 23.6%, Action 6%, Local Multiplayer 3.8%