
SENTIENT STEEL is a fast-paced 2.5D action-platformer for up to two players. Fight back against a rogue Artificial Intelligence, avoiding the growths of its synthetic infection, and destroying its fearsome Machines.
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SENTIENT STEEL is a fast-paced 2.5D action-platformer for up to two players. Fight back against a rogue Artificial Intelligence, avoiding the growths of its synthetic infection, and destroying its fearsome Machines.

Stones of the Revenant
Retro-Arcade style platformer with six unique playable characters. Team up with local co-op or try to defeat the Revenant and his minions solo in this challenging quest to save the realm of the living!

Sacred Citadel
Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.
Retro-Arcade style platformer with six unique playable characters. Team up with local co-op or try to defeat the Revenant and his minions solo in this challenging quest to save the realm of the living!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.9%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.3%
Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.3%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Co-op 8.4%, Platformer 6%
Reddish is a sidescroller 2.5D action platformer powered by Unreal 5. Each level has a different challenge and a lot of combat, also the world map is highly explorable and hides some dungeons. Some gameplay aspects are heavily influenced by SNES classics, bringing then to the new generation.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.5%, Side Scroller 15.1%, 2.5D 13.6%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Platformer 9.7%
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 35.7%, Local Co-Op 18.5%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 5.5%
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 40.4%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Co-op 7.9%, Hack and Slash 7.9%
Paw Paw Paw was a peaceful and prosperous kingdom. Until one day, when the King had decided to enforce everyone to wear pants. We are the resistance. We are the Antipants.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.6%, Hack and Slash 14.3%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 10.2%
Multiplayer support for up to four players! This is a "belt-scroll" x "free exploration" action game. Make full use of each character's individuality, solve the gimmicks hidden in the MAP, and defeat the final boss "Ancient Dragon" in all 5 stages!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.3%, Local Co-Op 19.2%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Co-op 9.6%
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 35.2%, Local Co-Op 21.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Co-op 12.9%, Action 8.6%
In this retro action game, the player controls a mysterious ronin, navigating the rooftops and alleys of a rainy city as they are hunted by a team of elite assassins.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.3%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.9%
Slaughter Cats is a brutal 1 - 4 player 3D side scrolling beat'em up platformer combining the chaotic fun of beat'em ups and the skillful precision of classic platformers. Slaughter your enemies in single player, local or online co-op or PVP with up to 4 players in Arcade, Deathmatch or Horde.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.7%, Local Co-Op 16%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%
Play solo, or grab a friend and embark on a bite-sized co-op combat adventure fighting toy monsters, picking them apart, while you stitch together your uniquely customized Stitchlings!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.9%, Local Co-Op 24.1%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Co-op 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%
Dive into an explosive new RWBY adventure! Instantly switch between Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang, and use their weapons and Semblances to battle a mysterious new threat in this in-canon story set during RWBY Volume 7! Featuring a new song by Jeff Williams with vocals by Casey Lee Williams!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.2%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, 2.5D 12.5%
Enjoy a fast-paced modernized beat 'em up/hack and slash combat, either solo or co-op, with Bunny Battle Nemesis! Fight through legions of futuristic mercenaries, robots and their fearless leader Amanda, to defend the Leporidae Kingdom from certain doom.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.3%, Hack and Slash 16.2%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2.5D 12.4%
Journey through the galaxy as a squad of space rangers in this dynamic, co-op action-arcade game for up to 4 players! Explore multiple planets and experience plenty of drama as you take part in this online or local couch co-op epic space adventure.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 11.6%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Co-op 7.1%
Dash, slash, and relive the golden age of couch co-op! Kemono Heroes blends run ‘n gun action with fast-paced ninja combat and 16-bit arcade vibes. Play solo or team up with friends for a wild adventure full of unlockable weapons, epic battles, and nonstop fun!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.1%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Co-op 10.6%, Platformer 9.4%
As a war threatens to engulf the world, a small rebel army with there new mobile weapon, Graizor, may be the world's last hope for peace. Destroy enemy mechs with the combination of a sword and energy rifle on your journey to bring an end to a devastating war.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31%, Hack and Slash 18.2%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.6%
Take control of Azula in this action-packed beat-em-up adventure game, where you will recover your abilities as you progress through the simulation. Use close combat attacks and powerful electrical strikes to defeat your enemies and reach the end!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Side Scroller 24.5%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 4.4%
Relive the era of beat 'em ups in a new legend! Wield your sword as Arthur or Lancelot and fight side by side in epic battles inspired by the classic Golden Axe, now in 3D with pixelated 2.5D graphics and full of retro action.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.8%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, 2.5D 11.6%
Super Double Dragon rises again! Now with new features such as customizable wallpapers and speed options!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.4%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Co-op 9%
Moonfall Ultimate is a 2D side-scrolling, action-RPG, set in an industrial gothic universe. Hack, slash and cast your way through a treacherous hand-painted world in solo, couch co-op or endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.5%, Beat 'em up 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Local Multiplayer 17.7%, Co-op 14.2%
Phil's Contract is a 2D platformer with fast-paced movement, unique movesets and varied gameplay styles. Featuring charming, yet grimy pixel art inspired from the likes of flash animations.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Side Scroller 26.1%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 13.8%, Action 4.6%
Streets of Chaos is a new retro sidescroller beat em up (fighting game), made with pixelart similar to 16 bits consoles. Is highly based on Streets of Rage, Double Dragon, Final Fight, and Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, with original story and various homages to classics.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.8%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.3%
Based on the "Akasha" manga series, "Akasha: Taliokata’s Tomb" is a hand-drawn 2D action platformer. Use the power of the elements to create combos and dodge enemy attacks as you explore Panfa — the realm of the god Earth— to uncover the truth behind the ancient divine beast, Taliokata.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.6%, Beat 'em up 21.1%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Platformer 11.4%
Play as a new reaper, completing quests, collecting spells, and gathering equipment to fight through hordes of enemies in this grim but whimsical 2D adventure!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.7%, Local Multiplayer 16.6%, Platformer 14.9%, Co-op 14.2%, Hack and Slash 9.8%
Overdeveloped: Requiem is an Action-Adventure Platformer with Tactical elements about a samurai apprentice in her quest for revenge, and self-mastery.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.3%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Side Scroller 19.5%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12%
When the kingdom needs a legend, you don’t fall... you rise. In a land torn apart, an entire army has fallen. Embark on a classic beat ’em up, just like we loved to play in the 90s.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.5%, Hack and Slash 19.7%, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2.5D 10.6%, Action 5.4%
A side scrolling beat 'em up game where you control 4 characters with unique combat mechanics. Make your way through 6 stages of this crime-ridden world, where random events happen to spice up the combat experience.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.4%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Local Co-Op 8.1%, Combat 6.6%
BladeFall is a fast-paced hack-and-slash game featuring fluid melee combat, 2.5D movement, and challenging battles against varied enemies and powerful bosses. Master timing and skill-based attacks as you fight through an evolving system built to test your abilities.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.2%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Side Scroller 19.1%, 2.5D 14.7%, Combat 6.9%
Fight against King Khard and his will in this action packed "beat em' up" prequel to the Obsolete Souls™ RPG!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.7%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Co-op 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Local Co-Op 7.2%
Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.6%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Co-op 15%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 8.2%
Malicious Mages is a capture the flag brawler -- Choose from a various cast of magic users and battle it out against other players to capture the mysterious blue orb.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.3%, 2.5D 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Platformer 9.9%
Take the role of an elite knight and battle your way through action-packed levels with intense sword fighting gameplay in this neo-classic side scrolling action platformer. Save the city from a deadly terrorist organisation hell-bent on exposing the truth you were sworn to protect.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.7%, Hack and Slash 25.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 15.9%, Combat 6.7%
A twin-stick action brawler. Young engineer JJ and her robot companion, KAI, evade the totalitarian control of the ruthless Santiago. Traverse, hide, and fight your way through a seemingly unending onslaught of enemy RAMs. Use JJ’s Gravity Gun and KAI’s fists to stun and destroy enemies.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.3%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.6%, 2.5D 13%, 2D Platformer 11.9%
Protect the mission : It's The Oranger destiny! This is a Retro Pixel side-scrolling action game. Choose your fighter, choose your level freely! Defeat the Kaijin and protect the important mission! It’s up to you to ensure everything goes smoothly. Go, go, Oranger !
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.9%, Side Scroller 25%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Action 4.8%
Vampiress: Eternal Duet is a noir-style 3D side-scrolling action game. You play as Miss Vampire who switches between vampire/human form and uses blood to fight in high-speed battles. To find your sister in this conflicted world, bloodshed is the last thing to worry about...
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.8%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Side Scroller 18.6%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 11.9%
Pablo’s Journey is an action packed, side-scrolling, hack and slash adventure about Pablo, a kebab chef taking on the galaxy’s worst culinary thieves. Rescue chefs, recover spices and gather recipes to prove once and for all that you should never steal a chef's secret sauce.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.1%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Hack and Slash 17.5%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Co-op 11.7%
A dark fantasy 2D action-platformer. Play as Xyrra, a fearless dark elf warrior on a quest to save her sister from the Demon Lord. Explore five mystical realms, master fast combat, and fight through shadows to bring light back to the elven lands.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Hack and Slash 13%, Platformer 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.9%
Dive into an unforgiving adventure where you unlock characters, control vehicles, and master your weapons. Solve puzzles, relax by beaches, and shop at local markets. Collect 'kilos’ for snacks. Enjoy retro visuals, hand-drawn cutscenes with amateur voiceovers, and a groovy original soundtrack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30%, Side Scroller 15.2%, 2.5D 12.5%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%
Fast-paced combat where any hit means DEATH! Deadly enemies and bosses to test your mettle! Champions with unique abilities and play styles!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.5%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Side Scroller 14%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%
Pitchfork Kingdom is a 2D hack-and-slash where each level is full of exciting combat, obstacles, and adventure.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.3%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Side Scroller 21.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Combat 6.5%
The Imperium comes and Odin calls you to war. Fight your way through this visceral gritty side scrolling viking adventure! Unite the clans and prepare your people for war!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.4%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2.5D 11.1%, Platformer 11%
A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.8%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 11.2%
Embark on a larger-than-life adventure through the fantastical dream worlds of Astro, a boy filled with endless wonder, to rescue your puppy, Rocket, from the clutches of the Evil Snoozer and his Henchmen. Take on each adventure with a unique form, new abilities and challenges. Sleep tight...
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.1%, 2.5D 19.6%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Platformer 16.5%, Co-op 10.3%
Bass Monkey is a free Hack and Slash arcade game. Up to 4 friends can compete (or co-operate!) in this short, low-stress, musical platformer. Collect bananas, smack away hamsters, and try to get on the high score leaderboards as you battle through a 5 song EP.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 21.1%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Co-op 13.4%, Platformer 11.2%
Storm Lancers is a roguelite, metroidvania-inspired 2D action platformer where you and a friend crash-land on a dying alien world of unstable magic. Bond with Stormhearts to unleash new powers, carve through evolving hordes, and grow ever stronger. Face the Storm in chaotic co-op or brave it solo.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Hack and Slash 14%, Co-op 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%
Medieval - Embers of War is a side scroller fighting game. The game offers a fast paced, casual gameplay that puts players in a fantasy world where the land is being torn apart by conflict. Players will take on adventures, epic rivals and control of their own castle.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.8%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Local Multiplayer 13.9%, Co-op 10.8%
Play as Kaida, a koi who is reluctantly thrown in to save, not just her pond, but the entire river from a poison that turns the habitants into raged filled monsters. In this story driven action-adventure you will slug it out with some of these river dwellers, friend and foe, to save your home!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.5%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Side Scroller 22.5%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action 3.3%
Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.3%, Local Co-Op 19%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Co-op 12.5%
Warrior Lords offers a furious medieval arcade experience, drawing inspiration from classic beat 'em ups. Battle through Western Europe wielding cold steel, delivering powerful kicks and summoning dragons. Choose from 6 unique heroes and defeat your rivals in a quest for supremacy.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.5%, Local Co-Op 22.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Co-op 8.2%, Action 7.8%
Coffee Crisis is an neo-rogue brawler that puts you in the shoes of the only baristas on Earth with enough heavy metal in their veins to fend off an alien assault. Play solo or join up with a friend to fight across eight locations ranging from your Coffee House HQ to the far reaches of outer space.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Hack and Slash 12.8%, Side Scroller 12%, Co-op 10%
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 27.2%, Hack and Slash 17.3%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, 2.5D 11.6%
Punk Plush Panic is a free to play chaotic 2.5D platformer in which players swap between 3 characters, using their explosive elemental combinations to fight off waves of gluttonous aliens.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.5%, Hack and Slash 25.8%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, 2.5D 17.6%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Explore the Trollhunters universe and save the world as Jim Lake Jr. in this action-packed game!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.4%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Co-op 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 15%, Platformer 11.8%
Megabyte Punch is a fighting/beat ‘em up game in which you build your own fighter! As you travel through different environments, you battle other creatures to get their parts. Parts have their own powers and bonuses, like gun arms for a shoot ability or powerful hips for a devastating pelvic thrust attack.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.6%, Local Co-Op 14%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Platformer 9.7%, 2.5D 9.7%
Astropods: Starside Glaze is an energetic 2D Fighting Platformer! Experience freeform movement, engaging combat with knockback, and badge upgrades that redefine playstyles. The power of fun unleashes your limitless potential to recover the stolen Waterfall of Dreams!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Beat 'em up 16.1%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Hack and Slash 15.6%, 2D Platformer 12.4%
Intense 2D action with special attacks, aerial combos, and customizable combat in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Upgrade your skills, forge new items, discover secret paths, and face challenging enemies on a journey to save the kingdom!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.8%, Hack and Slash 21.3%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
A 2.5D scrolling Beat them up game. The combination of classical hardcore and modern pop, free combination of various skill programs and props plug-ins. Support Online Multyplayer, experience the innovative mode of "cooperation and competition".
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.3%, Hack and Slash 18.8%, 2.5D 12%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 5%
“Before your planet gets blown into smithereens, take this sword and protect yourself.” Embark on a colorful 2D pixel action adventure in Deus Exia! Slash, parry and combo though four distinct lands. Collect cards and skills to craft powerful builds — then overcome deadly enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.7%, Side Scroller 25%, Hack and Slash 21%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 9.6%
Project: Gemini is a Co-op game that sees Guttierez (Gutz) and Cricket work closely together to escape the city. Gutz acts as the foundation of the duo, providing stability and safety. Cricket is the tactical operative, supplying versatility and opportunity.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.7%, Co-op 19.6%, Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%
Odd Sequence is an indie-action game with armed bots and various RPG elements in platformer gameplay. Geometric characters, a flat and minimalist art style, and fair combat system give this game its uniqueness. This game focuses heavily on the combat aspect and the attack customization.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.1%, Hack and Slash 19.9%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Combat 10%