- #1 Pray for Death
97% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Light Shock Software s.n.cPub: Interplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle the finest warriors in creation across time and space. Master each warrior's special moves and combos to triumph over the odds and beat Death at his own game.
Why similar: Fighting 47.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.7%, Action 17.2%
- #2 THE LAST BLADE 2
96% 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 45.2% ★, 2D Fighter 32.6%, Action 13.4%, Arcade 8.9%
- #3 Payback Time
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SVA
Windows
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: Fighting 36.5% ★, 2D Fighter 20.7%, Action 8.8%, Beat 'em up 8.5%, Old School 7.6%
- #4 Capcom Fighting Collection
95% 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 37%, Fighting 31.8% ★, Arcade 10%, 1990's 8.7%, Action 7.7%
- #5 THE LAST BLADE
94% 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 50.3% ★, 2D Fighter 32.7%, Action 8.1%, Arcade 7.4%, 2D 1.5%
- #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 58.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.6%, Action 7.9%, Arcade 5.6%
- #7 DANDAN Z
93% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Pick your fighter, then strap in for an action packed nostalgia trip beat-down in this fast-paced 2D retro fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 34.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27%, Old School 11.7%, Martial Arts 8.6% ★, Retro 6.4%
- #8 SUPER BUTOU HEROES
92% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: 武闘学園映像研究部
Windows
◆What is SUPER FIGHTING HEROES? This is a fighting game where you can enjoy high-speed tactics.
Why similar: Fighting 50.6% ★, 2D Fighter 42.2%, Action 6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #9 Friend Fighters
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Ice Goat Games
Windows
A 2d beat'm up, fighting game featuring a wacky cast of characters!
Why similar: Fighting 40.5% ★, 2D Fighter 29.2%, Beat 'em up 7.8%, 1990's 7.4%, Old School 6.8%
- #10 モデルDEファイト(Model DE Fight)
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: ASK.
Windows
"Model DE Fight" (MDF) is a classic 2D fighting game. You can play online-fighting with using informal tool. MDF is a game made for beginners.
Why similar: Fighting 51.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.2%, Action 13.5%
- #11 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
90% 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 47.1% ★, 2D Fighter 37%, Action 10.3%, Arcade 5.5%
- #12 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
89% 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: Fighting 42.8% ★, 2D Fighter 40.7%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 7.1%
- #13 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
89% matchVery Positive91% of 3,003 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
After “KOF '98”, often praised by the fans as the best installment in the “KOF” series, and “KOF ’98 UM” 10 years later, “KOF ’98” returns now on the Steam PC gaming platform in an ultimate and final version with THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
Why similar: Fighting 60% ★, 2D Fighter 24.3%, Arcade 9.2%, Action 3.7%, Retro 1.9%
- #14 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
88% 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 62.6% ★, 2D Fighter 22.8%, Arcade 7.7%, Action 4.4%, Beat 'em up 2.5%
- #15 Breakers Collection
86% 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: Fighting 29.4% ★, 2D Fighter 28.3%, Old School 9.5%, 1990's 8.7%, Arcade 7.7%
- #16 Idol Showdown
85% matchVery Positive94% of 5,782 reviews2023
Dev: Besto Game TeamPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Made by hololive fans, for hololive fans. Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.6%, Fighting 33.2% ★, Arcade 7.7%, Old School 5.3%, Action 5.1%
- #17 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 51.1% ★, 2D Fighter 38.7%, Action 10.1%
- #18 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
84% 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 49% ★, 2D Fighter 34.2%, Arcade 7%, Action 5.1%, Retro 3.9%
- #19 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
84% matchVery Positive95% of 5,074 reviews2015
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KOF 2002 UM is the 2nd title in the UM Series and a fully upgraded ver. of KOF 2002, a masterpiece of the KOF Series deserving its place of honor alongside KOF ’98. Based on THE NESTS CHRONICLES, 2002 UM includes the most characters of any title in the KOF Series, and fighting game history!
Why similar: Fighting 53.1% ★, 2D Fighter 31.9%, Arcade 8%, Action 6.5%, 2D 0.5%
- #20 FOOTSIES Rollback Edition
82% 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 40.2%, Fighting 39.9% ★, Arcade 7.8%, Action 5.2%, Retro 4.6%
- #21 Verdict Guilty - 유죄 평결
83% matchVery Positive85% of 768 reviews2016
Dev: Retro Army LimitedPub: paulstephendavis
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Verdict Guilty is a 90's arcade-style fighting game with a cops vs robbers theme.
Why similar: Fighting 47.6% ★, 2D Fighter 40.1%, Action 7.2%, Retro 5.1%
- #22 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
82% 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 48.2% ★, 2D Fighter 34.3%, Action 10%, 2D 2.5%, Arcade 2.5%
- #23 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
81% 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 48.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.6%, Action 13.6%, Arcade 4.4%
- #24 Guilty Gear Isuka
81% matchMixed56% of 546 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A new Gear arises, its name Leopaldon. As they threaten to lay waste to the world, you prepare to mount your offense. The good news? You won't have to face them alone. Guilty Gear Isuka introduces the brand new mechanic of cooperative gameplay to the tried and true fighting madness of the Guilty Gear XX series.
Why similar: Fighting 66.9% ★, 2D Fighter 22.6%, Action 3.8%, Beat 'em up 3.4%, Arcade 2.7%
- #25 Kra-Ken
80% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2019
Dev: DGTL DojoPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
Fight intense 1-on-1 battles with your friends! Kra-Ken is a 2.5D fighting game that will make you grip your controller ever more tightly as you beat your opponent.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45%, Fighting 38.4% ★, Action 16.6%
- #26 Dual Souls: The Last Bearer
79% 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 49.8% ★, 2D Fighter 39.6%, Action 10.5%
- #27 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
77% 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: Fighting 33.6% ★, 2D Fighter 33.3%, 1990's 9.9%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 7.4%
- #28 The Lost Planet Zenox
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NaraEntertainment
Windows
The Lost Planet Zenox is inspired from an old retro game called "Thrust". You found a mysterious mineral at the asteroid belt of the Zenox Planet. But before bringing it to the earth your ship got attacked by pirates and crushed to the Zenox. Why pirates attacked and how will you get back to Earth?
Why similar: Fighting 38.4% ★, 2D Fighter 24%, Old School 9.2%, Arcade 8.2%, Beat 'em up 7.7%
- #29 Topdown Showdown
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Team Ryzal
Windows
The premier top down Smash inspired fighting game!
Why similar: Fighting 50.9% ★, 2D Fighter 35.6%, Action 5.9%, Combat 4%, 2D 2.9%
- #30 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
78% 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: Fighting 49.5% ★, 2D Fighter 42.3%, Action 7.9%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #31 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
77% 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 49.2% ★, 2D Fighter 33.3%, Action 11.9%, Arcade 4.2%, 2D 1.5%
- #32 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
76% 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 53.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.5%, Action 8.3%, 2D 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #33 Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND
76% 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 47.3% ★, 2D Fighter 38.3%, Action 7.1%, Arcade 6%, 2D 0.8%
- #34 BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
75% matchVery Positive86% of 3,196 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The first hi-res 2D fighter from the creators of the Guilty Gear series! BlazBlue is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel.
Why similar: Fighting 63.9% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Arcade 4.6%, Beat 'em up 1.4%, Action 1.4%
- #35 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 46.6% ★, 2D Fighter 36.8%, Action 16.6%
- #36 Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid
73% 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 53.1% ★, 2D Fighter 29.9%, Action 16.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #37 Koihime Enbu
74% 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: Fighting 47.5% ★, 2D Fighter 40.3%, Action 9.3%, Arcade 3%
- #38 Dracoslayer
73% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: IzayoiSoraPub: ZahnEntertainment
Windows
Clash in a 2D arena fighter of high-speed duels where elemental projectiles redefine ranged combat!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.5%, Fighting 20.6% ★, Old School 9.5%, Martial Arts 8.7% ★, Beat 'em up 8.1%
- #39 Rage of the Dragons NEO
72% 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: Fighting 34.4% ★, 2D Fighter 29.5%, Old School 8.9%, Arcade 7.9%, Retro 7.2%
- #40 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
74% 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 52.7% ★, 2D Fighter 39.2%, Action 7.5%, 2D 0.6%
- #41 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
71% 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 49.1% ★, 2D Fighter 39.9%, Action 6.1%, Arcade 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #42 Street Fighter X Tekken
73% matchMixed55% of 2,424 reviews2012
Dev: Capcom U.S.A., Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The long awaited dream match-up between the two titans of fighting is here!
Why similar: Fighting 76% ★, 2D Fighter 14.4%, Action 4.3%, Arcade 3.5%, Beat 'em up 1.5%
- #43 Unregret
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: road to healingPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
An angry office worker named Butch snaps and sets off on a brutal journey toward his dream of becoming a Hollywood actor. Fight through hordes of enemies in a fast-paced 2D beat ‘em up, using combo-based combat and any weapons you can find - from bare fists to automatic rifles.
Why similar: Fighting 38.9% ★, 2D Fighter 31%, Beat 'em up 11.3%, Action 7.1%, 1990's 6.6%
- #44 Punch Planet - Early Access
71% 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 52.8% ★, 2D Fighter 41%, Action 6.2%
- #45 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
72% 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 51.1% ★, 2D Fighter 35.6%, Action 6.2%, Arcade 5.6%, 2D 1.1%
- #46 Street Fighter™ 6
68% matchVery Positive84% of 72,109 reviews2023
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 26.5 hrsMean: 117.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
Why similar: Fighting 47.2% ★, 2D Fighter 38.3%, Arcade 6.9%, Action 3.8%, Martial Arts 3.4% ★
- #47 Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,213 reviews2019
Dev: 羽良麻セルフ
Windows
Ultra Fight Kyanta 2 is a fighting game with a frantic pace and easy to learn controls. You can perform special attacks using single button presses! Fight in 2D battles across various modes using teams of hand-drawn characters.
Why similar: Fighting 55.6% ★, 2D Fighter 39.1%, Action 5.3%
- #48 STEEL ROAD: in mini world
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SAJ GAME ELECTRONIC
Windows
Intense fighting game where you command your fighter in every battle.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.3%, Fighting 14.5% ★, Action 10.4%, Arcade 10%, Old School 9.3%
- #49 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 60.4% ★, 2D Fighter 27.9%, Action 5.7%, Arcade 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #50 Pocket Rumble
70% 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 50.3% ★, 2D Fighter 39.5%, Action 10.2%
- #51 Punch Club
69% matchVery Positive80% of 15,468 reviews2016
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Train hard, fight crocodiles and find love. Earn your place in the Punch Club ranks, and discover who brutally murdered your father, in this choose your own adventure boxing management tycoon.
Why similar: Fighting 27.2% ★, 2D Fighter 20.3%, Boxing 20.2% ★, 1990's 6.8%, Beat 'em up 6.5%
- #52 Guilty Gear X2 #Reload
69% matchVery Positive87% of 897 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As humanity endeavored to better themselves, they created the biological marvel known as Gears. Originally intended as the next step of human evolution, they were instead fitted for war and turned against their own creators.
Why similar: Fighting 55.7% ★, 2D Fighter 34.4%, Action 5.4%, Arcade 4.5%
- #53 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
68% matchVery Positive90% of 1,627 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System WorksPub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The second entry in the critically acclaimed BlazBlue franchise, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend adds a number of gameplay modes, story scenarios, new moves, and an all-new playable character to further enhance the BlazBlue experience and solidify its status as one of the all-time great 2D fighters
Why similar: Fighting 56.5% ★, 2D Fighter 33%, Action 4.7%, Arcade 4.7%, 2D 1%
- #54 Street Fighter V
67% matchMixed68% of 44,069 reviews2016
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 64.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the intensity of head-to-head battles with Street Fighter® V! Choose from 16 iconic characters, then battle against friends online or offline with a robust variety of match options.
Why similar: Fighting 65.5% ★, 2D Fighter 24%, Arcade 5.4%, Action 4.3%, Beat 'em up 0.4%
- #55 Kings of Kung Fu
68% matchMixed66% of 720 reviews2015
Dev: Jae Lee ProductionsPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Inspired by classic Kung Fu films, this passion fueled fighter provides fun 1 vs. 1 gameplay for gamers of all skill levels. Take on the role of one of 14 martial arts stunt masters as you fight to show your style cannot be beat. Fight it out in the Single Player Arcade Mode or Local Two Player VS. Matches.
Why similar: Fighting 57.3% ★, 2D Fighter 18.3%, Martial Arts 14.8% ★, Action 9.6%
- #56 Brawlout
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 810 reviews2018
Dev: Angry Mob Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!
Why similar: Fighting 59% ★, 2D Fighter 34.9%, Action 6.1%
- #57 Steel Fight
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Morphusion Games
Windows
Steel Fight is a fighting game with simplistic gameplay, unique characters and levels, inspired by thematics of medieval and asian. Choose one of characters. Travel to the world where the steel is the only weapon. Enjoy beautiful stages and face unique opponents.
Why similar: Fighting 49.6% ★, 2D Fighter 34.7%, Action 15.7%
- #58 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
67% 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 50.2% ★, 2D Fighter 40.5%, Action 5.1%, Arcade 3.2%, 2D 0.7%
- #59 skelets
66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
skelets is a local multiplayer skeleton brawler: fight skeletons and plunder gems!
Why similar: Fighting 42.6% ★, 2D Fighter 29.9%, Action 9.8%, Martial Arts 6.3% ★, Retro 5.7%