Games Like Redeemer: Enhanced Edition

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 38.9%, Gore 23%, Violent 18.4%, Co-op 6.7%, Local Co-Op 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, ultra-violent brawler that shares the same raw, visceral intensity and gore-filled combat style.

A former member of the criminal underworld is lured back into “the life” by a mysterious drone claiming they have until sunrise to prevent a citywide criminal takeover together.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, Fighting 24.3%, Gore 13.9%, Violent 12.1%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down brawler that perfectly captures the fluid, cinematic melee combat and environmental interaction found in Redeemer.

RUINER is a brutal action shooter set in the year 2091 in the cyber metropolis Rengkok. A wired psychopath lashes out against a corrupt system to uncover the truth and retrieve his kidnapped brother under the guidance of a secretive hacker friend.

Why similar: Gore 23%, Violent 22.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.6%, Action 10.5%, Top-Down 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down, cyberpunk-themed action game that emphasizes fast-paced, brutal combat and high-octane encounters.

Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.9%, Martial Arts 28.7% ★, Fighting 11%, Gore 10.6%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep and challenging martial arts combat system that rewards mastery and precise timing.

Blast your way through the streets of Hong Kong in a fast-paced, top-down shooter. Inspired by classic action movies, The Hong Kong Massacre places you at the center of a hard-boiled revenge story, filled with brutal, cinematic shootouts and vivid underworld locations.

Why similar: Gore 27%, Violent 23.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.5%, Top-Down 15.3%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish top-down shooter that utilizes bullet-time and environmental destruction to create intense combat scenarios.

Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.

Why similar: Fighting 28.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Top-Down 13.1%, Co-op 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, top-down action game that emphasizes brutal takedowns and high-lethality combat.

One-hit kill die-retry murderballet. Left for dead by a colorful band of bandits: you will chain killing sprees to exact revenge on the treacherous Mr. Black Wolf. Improvise your kills with utterly everything you can get your hands on: from carrots to plasma guns.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.6%, Gore 17.7%, Violent 16.3%, Top-Down 11.9%, Hack and Slash 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on using every object in the environment as a weapon, mirroring the improvised combat feel of the seed game.

Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.

Why similar: Violent 30.4%, Gore 25%, Top-Down 16.9%, Fast-Paced 13.4%, Action 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive top-down action game that focuses on tactical, high-speed violence and environmental awareness.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Violent 23.6%, Hack and Slash 21.7%, Gore 21.3%, Fast-Paced 16.2%, Action 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features lightning-fast, one-hit-kill melee combat that demands precision and rewards aggressive playstyles.

Paint the Town Red is a chaotic first person melee combat game set in different locations and time periods. The voxel-based enemies can be punched, bashed, kicked, stabbed and sliced completely dynamically using almost anything that isn't nailed down.

Why similar: Gore 28.9%, Fighting 21.3%, Beat 'em up 21.2%, Violent 17.4%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic brawler that allows for extensive environmental interaction and visceral, physics-based melee combat.

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 48.6%, Gore 12.4%, Action 9.4%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Co-op 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D brawler known for its high-quality animations and brutal, combo-heavy combat mechanics.

MADNESS: Project Nexus is a third-person Run n' Gun / Beat'Em Up filled with arcade-style action and button-mashing brutality. Gun your way through droves of bad guys in the Story Campaign, or build your perfect killing machine in the neverending onslaught of Arena Mode.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28%, Gore 21.7%, Violent 13.2%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, Co-op 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arena-based brawler that features intense, gore-heavy combat and a wide variety of melee weapons.

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 31.9%, Martial Arts 22.6% ★, Fighting 15.5%, Co-op 9.3%, Hack and Slash 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated martial arts brawler that focuses on fluid combos and satisfying, rhythmic combat encounters.

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 35.7%, Violent 22.1%, Gore 18.3%, Action 8.9%, Local Co-Op 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visceral, side-scrolling brawler that emphasizes heavy, impactful melee strikes and historical combat themes.

The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.5%, Martial Arts 15.7% ★, Gore 12.6%, Fast-Paced 10.9%, Violent 10%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist but incredibly fast-paced brawler that tests your reaction speed and combat rhythm.

BUTCHER is a fast-paced, blood-soaked 2D shooter where carnage is the only way forward. Become a ruthless cyborg tasked with eradicating humanity, leaving nothing but blood, guts, and destruction in your wake. There's no such thing as too much violence in this grim, retro-styled gorefest.

Why similar: Gore 47.1%, Violent 26.9%, Action 13.4%, Shooter 6%, Indie 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 2D action game that revels in extreme gore and relentless, difficult combat.

Teeth-clenching stealth, followed by tactical hardcore gunplay for those not looking for a quiet way in. Intravenous redefines challenging stealth-action and will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Why similar: Top-Down 36.6%, Violent 34.3%, Action 13.9%, Shooter 9.2%, Indie 6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical top-down shooter that rewards careful planning and brutal, close-quarters execution.

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: Violent 33.4%, Local Co-Op 24.7%, Co-op 17.1%, Action 13.4%, Shooter 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane action game that captures the feel of classic arcade shooters with intense, violent combat.

KIBORG is a brutal rogue-lite beat’em up where you enhance your body with new cybernetic implants each run. You’ve been sent to the worst prison in the galaxy for crimes you didn’t commit. Death won’t provide an escape, but a violent reality show may offer a way out.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.5%, Martial Arts 14.8% ★, Violent 13.5%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Gore 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features brutal, brawler-style combat and a focus on difficult, skill-based encounters.

Teleport, shift through bullets, and master lightning-fast takedowns in an all new kind of action game from tinyBuild and Team Shifty!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.2%, Top-Down 21.1%, Action 18.3%, Fast-Paced 11%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down brawler that centers on melee combat and teleportation mechanics to navigate and clear rooms of enemies.

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 32.9%, Fighting 18.9%, Violent 16.4%, Co-op 9.3%, Local Co-Op 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style brawler that brings satisfying, heavy-hitting combat and environmental weapon usage to modern systems.

Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.

Why similar: Gore 24%, Top-Down 17.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.2%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that focuses on overwhelming odds and satisfying, gore-filled combat against hordes of enemies.

2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.

Why similar: Gore 31.3%, Violent 25.8%, Hack and Slash 18%, Action 9.7%, Top-Down 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity arena brawler that focuses on swordplay and fast-paced, one-hit-kill combat.

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: Action 59%, Action-Adventure 21.2%, Indie 19.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer that features high-intensity movement and satisfying, grapple-based melee combat.

Redie is a challenging singleplayer 3D top-down shooter. Fight an army of well-trained terrorists and soldiers in action-packed close quarters combat. Prepare to (re)die.

Why similar: Gore 73%, Action 18.7%, Indie 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action game that focuses on fast, lethal combat where every movement counts.

Blast your way through enemy lines to defeat Inferno, a madman intent on global domination. Destruction just got awesome.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30%, Top-Down 21.5%, Action 17.8%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Co-op 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action game that emphasizes explosive, high-speed combat and environmental destruction.

My Friend Pedro is a violent ballet about friendship, imagination, and one man’s struggle to obliterate anyone in his path at the behest of a sentient banana.

Why similar: Gore 33%, Violent 27.2%, Action 14.4%, Fast-Paced 11.9%, Shooter 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, acrobatic shooter that encourages creative and violent combat sequences in a fast-paced environment.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Violent 17.1%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Top-Down 13.8%, Fast-Paced 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush game that demands intense focus and mastery of melee and ranged combat mechanics.

Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.6%, Gore 28%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Action 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike brawler that combines deep combat systems with a wide variety of weapons and upgrades.

Suit for Hire is a challenging action shooter, tactically blend weapons and martial arts together to unleash beautifully crafted violence.

Why similar: Gore 18.7%, Beat 'em up 18.5%, Violent 15.3%, Martial Arts 15.3% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 9.2%

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 27.2%, Fighting 17.3%, Gore 13.4%, Violent 12.6%, Co-op 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op focused brawler that offers deep combat mechanics and a high level of environmental interaction.

Experience cinematic kung-fu battles in the fastest, most intense brawler the indie world has ever seen! With the unique 1:1 response system of One Finger Death Punch, players will feel the immediate feedback of every bone-crunching hit. Pay tribute to the masters using five classic kung-fu styles mixed with additional weapons.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Fighting 20.9%, Fast-Paced 14.8%, Martial Arts 13.8% ★, Action 7.5%

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 48.2%, Gore 13.3%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Action 9.6%, Violent 4.8%

POSTAL Redux is a high definition remake of the classic dark and surreal twin-stick isometric shooter. Take control of The POSTAL Dude as he fights to survive in a world gone mad with violence.

Why similar: Gore 27.5%, Violent 20.4%, Top-Down 12.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.9%, Fast-Paced 10.4%

"Zombies and Keys" is a short but intense, easy to learn zombie brawler. Be a strongman stuck in a zombie apocalypse. There's no gun. Beat 'em up, find keys, and escape.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.8%, Fighting 18.1%, Violent 15.1%, Gore 14.5%, Top-Down 9.2%

He had one rule: No killing women or children. When a hitman is double-crossed by his employer, he brings forth a night of carnage and bloodshed.

Why similar: Gore 29.9%, Violent 28.6%, Top-Down 13.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.6%, Action 7.8%

Hack and slash? Check. Twin-stick-shooter? Check. 4 player coop to slay hordes of aliens & bosses with your friends? Check. Skills, upgrades, weapons, gears, talismans and more to make you stronger? Check. Wake up, bounty hunter. We have a mission for you. Time to clean up the scum of the galaxy.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.7%, Action 23.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.2%, Co-op 14.6%, Top-Down 13.2%

Play as a raging dwarf and crush your enemies with mighty hammer strikes! Runic Rampage features brutal melee combat, badass bosses and a challenging hunt for the fragments of a legendary rune stone.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.4%, Fighting 19.3%, Gore 17%, Violent 12.4%, Hack and Slash 10.6%

Temple of Rust is a top-down action roguelike. Fight through the wastelands using your sling and various types of ammunition along with special boots for powerful jump attacks. Create unique attack combinations with special upgrades and blast your way to the multiple cores of corruption.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, Gore 14.6%, Spectacle fighter 13.3% ★, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Top-Down 10.8%

Nation Red is an ultra fast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay while earning close to 100 perks. Fight in Barricade, Survival or Free Play mode.

Why similar: Gore 25.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.5%, Action 13.7%, Violent 10%, Local Co-Op 9.9%

Matthew Taurus, after losing everything in a horrifying event, turned from honorable policeman into vengeful outlaw. Get ready to rage through dangerous spaceships in this frantic twin-stick shooter roguelite, where you must find your enemies and destroy them.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.6%, Gore 26.5%, Hack and Slash 23.3%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 8.4%

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 40.6%, Martial Arts 19.2% ★, Gore 12.6%, Violent 10.2%, Hack and Slash 9.8%

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 52.4%, Action 16.5%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Co-op 13.4%, Indie 3.6%

The followup to 2009's Dead Samurai, The Dishwasher: Vampire Smile is a combo-fueled, fast-paced, stylistic 2D action platformer that features the series' staple gritty, graphic novel-inspired art style, built on a new engine that allows for an even more visually gruesome experience.

Why similar: Gore 25.9%, Beat 'em up 23.2%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Action 11.1%, Character Action Game 8.2% ★

Aces Wild is a fast-paced, hardcore, aerial beat 'em up!Engage in insane aerial martial arts combat against countless opponents!It utilizes a 'Wild Meter' which increases the power of your attacks butalso makes enemies more aggressive!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.7%, Action 11%, Spectacle fighter 8.2% ★, Local Co-Op 8.1%, Character Action Game 5.9% ★

Everything in Tormentor❌Punisher can be killed in one hit, from bosses to yourself. Bosses conjure traps to make the arena hellish. Demons adjust to your play style and punish you. Perform combos on enemies and gain cool upgrades. Reload your machine gun by firing your shotgun. Let's do this!

Why similar: Gore 26%, Violent 24%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.8%, Action 12.8%, Local Co-Op 10.8%

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 59.6%, Fighting 16.6%, Martial Arts 13.3% ★, Action 9%, Indie 1.5%

Road Redemption lets you lead a biker gang on an epic journey across the country in this driving combat road rage adventure. Huge campaign, dozens of weapons, full 4-player co-op splitscreen.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.4%, Gore 16.5%, Violent 16.1%, Local Co-Op 8.6%, Co-op 7.5%

Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.

Why similar: Gore 24.5%, Beat 'em up 24.2%, Violent 23.7%, Action 8.5%, Local Co-Op 7.2%

Season's Beatings is a fast and frantic one hit kill FPS best described as first person Hotline Miami. You'll need to memorize enemy patterns and placements, and execute a meticulously thought out plan to succeed! Or...y'know. Just dive in and shoot some fools with a tommy gun.

Why similar: Gore 44.4%, Violent 38.1%, Action 11.7%, Indie 5.8%

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.1%, Fast-Paced 25.1%, Co-op 17.2%, Action 15.9%, Shooter 8.8%

Hatred is a violent twin-stick shooter, in which you take the role of The Antagonist fighting against all of humanity.

Why similar: Gore 42.3%, Violent 35.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 8.9%, Action 6.9%, Shooter 4.2%

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 32.5%, Action 26.9%, Shooter 14.9%, Fast-Paced 13.2%, Indie 12.5%

Tesla vs Lovecraft is an intense top-down twin stick arena shooter from the creators of Crimsonland and Neon Chrome. Play as the enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla harnessing the static energy to power up Tesla-Mech and give the lovecraftian nightmares a lesson in horror!

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.3%, Top-Down 21.8%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Arena Shooter 14.2%, Action 11.4%

Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!

Why similar: Fighting 41.7%, Martial Arts 38.6% ★, Top-Down 13.6%, Action 6.2%

Memory Lost is a story-driven fast-paced cyberpunk shooter where you are not just fighting enemies — you become them. Possess enemies, adapt their weapons and skills, and fight ruthless corporations. Uncover secrets, upgrade abilities, and shape your own fate in this world.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.5%, Violent 15.3%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Top-Down 12.4%

Battle Planet - Judgement Day is a planetary rogue-lite top-down shooter. You are one of the universe's 3 most wanted criminals on the run, fighting your way through hordes of aliens, military and police units. There is only one way to reclaim your freedom - destroy them all...

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.9%, Top-Down 23%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 13.5%, Action 12.1%

REAVER is an ultra-fast-paced FPS that endows you with the mobility and weapon mechanics to reave through arenas of killer machines with grace and efficiency. Push the boundaries of speed and style in this next-gen movement-shooter.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 28.2% ★, Character Action Game 22.6% ★, Fast-Paced 22.4%, Arena Shooter 12.9%, Action 7.3%

Slick, stylish and brutal, 3D Cyberpunk Shooter. Located in a dystopian future, you'll experience the intertwined stories of three different characters, each with their own abilities, playstyles, strengths and weaknesses. Kill or die, learn and repeat before you unveil the secrets of Esse Proxy.

Why similar: Violent 23.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Gore 19.9%, Top-Down 16%, Fast-Paced 6.4%

Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is the brutal conclusion to the Hotline Miami saga, set against a backdrop of escalating violence and retribution over spilled blood in the original game.

Why similar: Gore 35%, Violent 25.7%, Fast-Paced 14.3%, Top-Down 13%, Action 6.9%