
Fast paced arcade action where you become stronger as you are covered in the blood of your enemies and your own wounds.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, 2D, Ninja.

Fast paced arcade action where you become stronger as you are covered in the blood of your enemies and your own wounds.

Demon Crush
Battle warriors, demons, and beasts in a pixel art Japanese fantasy world! Fast-paced 2D sidescrolling ninja action awaits as you avenge the fallen and defend your home against the deceitful warlord Nezumo and his demonic master, Mathonas.

Ninja Attack
You play as a ninja fending off waves of various types of ghosts, each getting increasingly difficult from the last. How many waves can you last before the ghost onslaught overwhelms you.
Battle warriors, demons, and beasts in a pixel art Japanese fantasy world! Fast-paced 2D sidescrolling ninja action awaits as you avenge the fallen and defend your home against the deceitful warlord Nezumo and his demonic master, Mathonas.
Why similar: Ninja 45.8% ★, Beat 'em up 25.3%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action 5.1%, Old School 4.6%
You play as a ninja fending off waves of various types of ghosts, each getting increasingly difficult from the last. How many waves can you last before the ghost onslaught overwhelms you.
Why similar: Ninja 32.1% ★, Beat 'em up 29.8%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%, 2D 6.7%
A full-scale action game in which one Kunoichi fights against ninjas and necromancers during the Warring States period.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35%, Ninja 31.5% ★, Hand-drawn 7.2%, Gore 4.9%, Action 4.7%
Shadow Gangs is an arcade style ninja action game. Live The Legend Of Dan The Crimson Ninja.
Why similar: Ninja 55% ★, Beat 'em up 18.8%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Action 4.9%, Old School 3.8%
Save the city from rampant ghosts, and give it back to its people! An exciting new ninja action game!
Why similar: Ninja 47.1% ★, Beat 'em up 32.4%, Arcade 4.6%, 2D 4.5%, Side Scroller 4.3%
Play as the Phase Ninja and help him use his special abilities to defend nearby residential areas from an onslaught of enemies. Try to find the origin of this invading force and put a stop to it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.3%, Hand-drawn 16.2%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Dark 10.6%, Ninja 8.1% ★
Draw Slasher is the unique demanding and dynamic action packed beat'em up you need only a mouse to play. Cut, slice, snip, sever, chop, shear and trim hordes of Pirate Monkey Zombies™.
Why similar: Ninja 40% ★, Beat 'em up 24.8%, Side Scroller 11%, Gore 5.6%, 2D 5.4%
Shobatsu is a fast-paced 2d action brawler featuring combo intensive combat set in neo-feudal Japan. Choose among 4 highly skilled ninjas who must overcome hordes of nefarious cultists and cursed abominations. Face the challenge in the single-player modes or invite a friend for the local co-op mode.
Why similar: Ninja 33.1% ★, Beat 'em up 30.5%, Hand-drawn 12%, 2D 5.7%, Arcade 5.5%
Reinbo is a hack and slash where you'll cut your way through waves of enemies and bosses on a journey to rescue your loved one
Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.7%, Hand-drawn 20.4%, Action 8.6%, Gore 8.1%, 2D 7.6%
Hotdog Samurai! As a skilled hotdog, you'll battle through real world elements with one main goal in sight. Battle 20+ enemies throughout 7 adventure seeking levels, all while trying to complete in-game achievements.
Why similar: Ninja 42.2% ★, Beat 'em up 39.6%, Side Scroller 7.3%, 2D 4.5%, Action 3.2%
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: Ninja 48.6% ★, Beat 'em up 33.1%, 2D 5.3%, Anime 4.6%, Action 3.6%
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 37.9%, Hand-drawn 16.3%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D 6.7%, Anime 5.3%
Bloody stealth platformer, about the ninja in which you cut the enemies into pieces.
Why similar: Ninja 48.7% ★, Side Scroller 9.3%, Gore 8.6%, Dark 5.9%, 2D 5.8%
“Join Flare, the grooviest bounty hunter, as she battles notorious criminals for fame and fortune in this stylish 2D beat 'em up. Enter a colorful, hand-drawn world, and unleash fiery kicks, hair attacks, and chaotic combos—each showdown moving her closer to the ultimate funky hideaway!”
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Hand-drawn 13%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Arcade 7.2%
Play as the ultimate ninja badass Noxi using magic, sword and shurikens to fight off an army of monsters and save your loved one. Bring Noxi to the top floor of her ruined home over dangerous terrain with athletic jumps, flips, sprints and slides
Why similar: Ninja 60% ★, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Action 5.7%, Arcade 3.6%
Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.
Why similar: Ninja 59.2% ★, Beat 'em up 26.2%, Action 5.5%, 2D 4.3%, Pixel Graphics 4%
Flux Heroes is a side-scrolling beat ’em up focused on high-freedom combo combat. Fight through horizontal stages and boss battles with no fixed strings—launch, juggle, knock back, interrupt, and wall-bounce enemies to create your own skill-driven flow.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.7%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Action 8.2%, Arcade 7.8%, 2D 6.9%
A unique ninja action game that's easy to clear but hard to master—featuring huge jumps inspired by The Legend of Kage and a combo-based scoring system where you spend points to unleash powerful skills.
Why similar: Ninja 63.6% ★, Side Scroller 15.7%, Action 7.1%, 2D 4.6%, Arcade 3.5%
Two baseball playing sisters have been kidnapped by aliens, now they have to use their athletic skills to avoid hazards, solve puzzles, and most importantly bash some slimy creatures to bits in this hand drawn platformer beat-em-up!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56%, Hand-drawn 20.6%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Action 8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
A gorilla. One hundred men. And you're caught in the middle. No story, no talk. Just you, pure violence, and 100 Mann asking for trouble.
Why similar: Ninja 56.4% ★, Beat 'em up 33.3%, Action 5.7%, Arcade 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%
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 42.5%, Ninja 27.1% ★, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2D 5.1%, Arcade 3.9%
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
Why similar: Ninja 43.7% ★, Beat 'em up 35.4%, Old School 5.3%, Arcade 4.8%, Action 4.3%
Japanese female shaman fight against "yokai"! This is a shooting action game!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.9%, Ninja 29.4% ★, Side Scroller 12.9%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Arcade 5.2%
Japan. Edo period. After many years of violent wars, peace has returned to the land, but it doesn’t seem like it will last for long. A new danger lurks in the shadows, and only two noblemen can stop it: Lord Baka, a Japanese feudal lord, and Prince Bouffon, a prince from the faraway land of France.
Why similar: Ninja 48.4% ★, Beat 'em up 38.2%, 2D 5.1%, Action 4.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%
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 50.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Gore 8.1%, 2D 7.9%, Action 7.5%
Get ready for an intense, fast-paced, beat 'em up, with many quirky twists! An eccentric game filled with death traps, outlandish humor, and general ridiculocity.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39%, Ninja 33.2% ★, Female Protagonist 11%, Arcade 7.2%, Old School 4.3%
Ninshi Masuta is a 2D action game where you are a ninja and have to save the city from the chaos caused by criminals.
Why similar: Ninja 46.9% ★, Side Scroller 19.6%, Beat 'em up 15.9%, 2D 7.7%, Action 4.2%
Take control of the young ninja Hiko and his shadow clones to solve puzzles, defeat enemies, and save the village from the sinister monk Doku.
Why similar: Ninja 46% ★, Beat 'em up 31.5%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D 4.4%, Action 2.5%
Yatagarasu Enter the Eastward is an original, traditional-style 2D fighting game with 14 playable characters that delivers solid gameplay and high production values.
Why similar: Ninja 30.6% ★, Hand-drawn 18%, Beat 'em up 16.7%, Old School 7.8%, 2D 5.6%
Dragon Puncher is a single-player arcade-style action game designed to be a training tool for Street Fighter and 2D fighting game enthusiasts, and a well-rounded short game. About 15-20 minutes in length, players typically perform 50-75 dragon punch moves per play-through.
Why similar: Ninja 30.4% ★, Beat 'em up 30.1%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Old School 7.5%, Arcade 6.1%
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: Ninja 38.1% ★, Beat 'em up 28.7%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Old School 8.6%, 2D 5.7%
Side-scrolling, fast-paced, action-packed karate game with multiple levels. Scoring based on health and time to complete.
Why similar: Ninja 47.9% ★, Beat 'em up 29.8%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Old School 6.9%, Action 5.2%
City of Rampage is an intense 2D action-brawler inspired by "Comix Zone" and "Streets of Rage", featuring advanced fighting mechanics, with tough enemies and even tougher bosses. With hand-drawn graphics and dope soundtracks you will enjoy every moment of your struggle through City of Rampage!
Why similar: Ninja 32.4% ★, Beat 'em up 27.7%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Side Scroller 9%, 2D 4.4%
Fast-paced action that brings to mind retro classics, this brings you intense gameplay and combos within a cool Japanese setting!
Why similar: Ninja 63.7% ★, Side Scroller 16.1%, 2D 6.8%, Action 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%
Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.
Why similar: Ninja 40% ★, Beat 'em up 31.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Arcade 5.4%, Anime 4.4%
Free aiming plat-former!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.6%, Gore 17.6%, Old School 13.3%, Action 9.6%, Dark 9%
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 58.2%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Gore 8.6%, Action 8.4%, 2D 7.6%
Payback Time pays homage to retro side-scrolling beat 'em ups, with its old-school graphics and music. A dangerous and powerful crime syndicate has taken over the city and the citizens need your help.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39%, Ninja 33.7% ★, Action 8.6%, Old School 8%, 2D 5.8%
The Ghost Who Walks is back! Comics' very first costumed hero is coming to Steam and console in an all new side scrolling beat-em-up adventure. Take on the Singh brotherhood across the globe with only your physical strength, skill with weapons and fearsome reputation!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Arcade 6.5%
Become the Mexican Ninja and fight to take back Nuevo Tokyo, where Narcos and Yakuzas have fused into the ruthless Narkuzas. Master slick combos, unleash outrageous Mexican Jutsus and craft deadly builds in this fast, chaotic 2.5D roguelike beat ’em up.
Why similar: Ninja 43.8% ★, Beat 'em up 32.7%, Side Scroller 13%, Old School 6.6%, Action 2.3%
In this Beat'em Up inspired by 8 and 16 bit era play as a genetically modified wolf in search of revenge. The objective of Wolger ? Find and destroy the evil Doctor Scandalious, who turned him into this terrible creature.
Why similar: Ninja 33.9% ★, Beat 'em up 32.6%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Action 8.6%, 2D 5.9%
[Snackable hero experience!]Zombies in the city, a western street corner, a samurai battle... Snack time action game is a 2D action game where you can easily enjoy feeling like a hero or a monster in various situations! 9 types of situations + α&30+ playable characters! The combination is up to you!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Ninja 27.5% ★, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D 6.5%, Female Protagonist 4.6%
Princess' Edge - Dragonstone is a beat'em up inspired by Golden Axe, however unlike the usual beatemup it use the 3 planes system similar to Guardian Heroes. Ride your dragon & unleash powerful magics upon your enemies to restore the peace to the land!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.5%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Action 9.6%, Anime 8.3%, Indie 3.7%
Alluring audio! Pixel art perfection! Beat-em up beauty! Discover how hard a 32,000kg ninja hits with The Ninja Saviours!
Why similar: Ninja 47% ★, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Beat 'em up 7.1%, Arcade 6.1%
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 63.1%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Violent 9%, Gore 7%, Arcade 5.4%
A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions.
Why similar: Ninja 46.2% ★, Beat 'em up 35%, Arcade 7%, Action 5.2%, 2D 4.4%
Classic arcade action returns with Rock Zombie, a 3D horror “hack`n slash” inspired by zombie flicks. Prepare for a non-stopping button-mashing experience that will bring you back to the golden era of the arcades, with modern 3D graphics, animations, camera angles and a killer soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.1%, Gore 22.3%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Action 9%, Arcade 7.6%
A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.
Why similar: Ninja 53.6% ★, Side Scroller 13.8%, Gore 10.2%, 2D 6.2%, Action 4.8%
这是一款横版卷轴清版闯关的即时动作游戏,你将扮演一名王国的普通士兵,从维护治安到保护王国要员最后守护国家,成为王国最坚强的盾牌。
Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.5%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 6%, 2D 5.4%
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 53.5%, Anime 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 5.7%
One level, two moves and 1000 enemies. Zero upgrades, zero checkpoints, 100% skill.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50%, Hand-drawn 22%, Action 9.8%, 2D 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7.8%
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.
Why similar: Ninja 59.7% ★, Side Scroller 10.1%, Violent 7.9%, Gore 7.6%, 2D 7.3%
2D action platformer game with ninjas. Stylized graphics and a narrative-driven story will emphasize the gameplay. For those who see themselves as hard core players. This game will make you fail... a lot. Will you accept the challenge?
Why similar: Ninja 56.1% ★, Hand-drawn 16.3%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 8.5%, 2D 4.8%
Save the Ninja Clan is a platformer for casual players as well as speed runners. There are two ways to play this game: play through the normal story mode or find secrets/"bugs" in the game to annoy the Game Manager watching.
Why similar: Ninja 50.6% ★, Violent 20.1%, Gore 17.2%, Action 7.7%, Indie 4.4%
Super Shadow Break: Showdown! NINJA VS The Three KAIJUs is a "block-breaking ninja action game" that combines block-breaking and 2D action game. Use your Ninjutsu and to face off against evil NINJAs and powerful KAIJUs!
Why similar: Ninja 63.1% ★, Action 11.5%, Arcade 11.4%, 2D 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
Leap, slash, splash! You are the overpowered ninja hero Shadow Bug! Save your home forest from the evil factory by slicing monsters to pieces.
Why similar: Ninja 76.3% ★, 2D 10.2%, Action 9%, Indie 3.7%, Atmospheric 0.9%
Hack, slash, and blast your way through hordes of beastly enemies and powerful bosses to rescue your beautiful waitress in this sexy 2D Side scrolling action game!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Action 8.2%, Anime 4%
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 44.6%, Violent 15.8%, Gore 13.2%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Action 8.3%