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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Indie, Pixel Graphics, 2D.

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Enter a world of never-ending battle! Duel with up to 4 local challengers and scramble after gems, or take control of your favorite characters, many playable for the first time ever, in Story Mode. Master every move, explore a vast array of items and locales, and discover new revelations.

Reviews: Very Positive — 90% — of 96 reviews
Released: 2019-12-10
Developer: Yacht Club Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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    97% matchVery Positive90% of 624 reviews2021
    Dev: VINEPub: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Delve with Shovel Knight into the depths of the Pocket Dungeon in an action-packed puzzle adventure mashup like none other!

    Why similar: Adventure 33%, Action 31.1%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Indie 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

  2. #2 Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 491 reviews2017
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Take control of Specter Knight, servant to the Enchantress, in a quest to recruit a cadre of knights and create the Order of No Quarter. Experience perfect platforming, world-class visuals, impeccable stage design, incredible music, and even meet a friend or two in Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment!

    Why similar: Action 34.1%, Adventure 30.3%, Indie 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

  3. #3 Shovel Knight Dig
    96% matchMostly Positive75% of 901 reviews2022
    Dev: NitromePub: Yacht Club Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself in your quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in Shovel Knight Dig, an all-new Shovel Knight adventure!

    Why similar: Action 45.8%, Adventure 26.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Indie 5.3%

  4. #4 Shovel Knight: King of Cards
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 202 reviews2019
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Step into the gilded boots of King Knight in the biggest and most regal Shovel Knight game of them all! Leap, Shoulder Bash, gather new subjects, and strategize your way through this prequel in your quest to become King of Cards!

    Why similar: Action 32.7%, Adventure 30.2%, Indie 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%

  5. #5 Bounty Battle
    95% matchMostly Negative30% of 64 reviews2020
    Dev: Dark Screen Games
    Windows

    Bounty Battle is the ultimate indie fighting game: a new multiplayer 2D fighter, where you can pit your favourite indie heroes against one another! Indie heroes from games like Guacamelee! and Darkest Dungeon, to Dead Cells, Owlboy & more battle it out in this fighter frenzy.

    Why similar: Fighting 50.7%, Local Multiplayer 20.3%, Action 18.3%, Indie 10.7%

  6. #6 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,831 reviews2014
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

    Why similar: Indie 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 26%, Adventure 24.4%, Action 23.3%

  7. #7 Fraymakers
    93% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,527 reviews2023
    Dev: Team Fray
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Fraymakers is the ultimate customizable platform fighting game, featuring a cast of some of indie gaming's biggest icons. Duke it out with up to 4 players and call on assists to help out in the heat of battle. Create and play custom characters, stages, modes, and more for infinite fun!

    Why similar: Fighting 45.4%, Local Multiplayer 16.2%, Action 15.8%, Indie 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

  8. #8 Rivals of Aether
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 37,864 reviews2017
    Dev: Aether Studios
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.

    Why similar: Fighting 57.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Indie 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 6.6%

  9. #9 A Few Quick Matches
    90% matchVery Positive85% of 2,678 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Bidou
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    A FEW QUICK MATCHES is a fast-paced, 1-4 player platform fighter that lets you bring old-school stick battles to life! play with your friends locally, or challenge players online in this flash-inspired spectacle!

    Why similar: Fighting 45.7%, Indie 17.9%, Action 15.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  10. #10 Super Treasure Arena
    92% matchMixed63% of 81 reviews2018
    Dev: Vennril
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Super Treasure Arena is a frantic, retro-inspired arena shooter for up to 4 players, where collecting and stealing loot from your opponents is the key to victory.

    Why similar: Action 48.6%, Indie 35.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%

  11. #11 Knight Club +
    91% matchVery Positive89% of 359 reviews2020
    Dev: Gutter Arcade
    Windows

    KNIGHT CLUB + Is a casual 2-4 player action platform-fighting game that brings traditional fighting game elements into an unlocked, free form movement playstyle.

    Why similar: Fighting 52.4%, Action 18.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Indie 6.6%

  12. #12 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 995 reviews2019
    Dev: Yacht Club Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action-adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, lovable bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!

    Why similar: Action 34%, Adventure 32.8%, Indie 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  13. #13 Lance A Lot: Enhanced Edition
    89% matchVery Positive98% of 83 reviews2017
    Dev: Brimstone
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Challenge your friends to a glorious duel of rocket jousting for up to four players! Settle rivalries and become the last knight standing in this fast-paced local multiplayer!

    Why similar: Action 46%, Indie 33%, Local Multiplayer 21%

  14. #14 Grand Class Melee 2
    88% matchVery Positive80% of 55 reviews2018
    Dev: Ogopogoid Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    GCM2 is fierce arena combat with an RPG job system for 1-4 players. Battle to the top of the class tree and get massively powered-up!

    Why similar: Local Multiplayer 31.3%, Action 31.2%, Indie 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%

  15. #15 Stardust Vanguards
    87% matchMostly Positive78% of 120 reviews2015
    Dev: Zanrai Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    STARDUST VANGUARDS is a local four-player dueling game combining arcade-style battling with the ability to summon your own NPC army as support! But be careful: a random event system dynamically alters the flow of battle with NPC space pirates gunning for victory themselves!

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  16. #16 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
    85% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,614 reviews2023
    Dev: Engine SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!

    Why similar: Action 37.6%, Adventure 30.1%, Local Multiplayer 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Indie 3.1%

  17. #17 The Amazing Crackpots Club!
    84% matchVery Positive96% of 50 reviews2026
    Dev: Astrobard GamesPub: IguanaBee
    Windows

    A spellslinging dueling game for up to 4 players. Choose among seven cracked mages and use their unique abilities to shoot down your opponent’s magical flask while defending yours! Destroy your friends (and loved ones) in local or online modes!

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  18. #18 Dynasty Feud
    86% matchVery Positive83% of 106 reviews2017
    Dev: Kaia Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Dynasty Feud is a competitive, team-based, fast-paced platform brawler for 2-4 players. Play either local or online and show off your skills with 40 characters, one-hit kills, multiple fighting skills and a lot of style.

    Why similar: Action 33.3%, Fighting 29.7%, Indie 24.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.4%

  19. #19 Scott Pilgrim EX
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 477 reviews2026
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    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

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  20. #20 Strikers Edge
    86% matchMixed64% of 133 reviews2018
    Dev: Fun Punch GamesPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Strikers Edge is a medieval dodgeball with weapons, ancient warriors and special powers. Challenge your opponents in local multiplayer, ascend to the top of the ladder and become the best striker!

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  21. #21 Indie Pogo
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 350 reviews2018
    Dev: Lowe Bros. Studios LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Indie Pogo is a platform brawler game for 2-4 players about bouncing, ricocheting, and pogoing your friends into oblivion! Gather your friends for 2-4 player local romps, or climb the online ladder in the bounciest of battles. Prepare yourself for a rompin' stompin' jumpin' good time!

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  22. #22 Cross Impact
    83% matchMixed57% of 163 reviews2023
    Dev: Team ImpactPub: Larsonsoft
    Windows · Mac

    Cross Impact is an Early Access free indie crossover platform fighting game, featuring a diverse cast of iconic characters, multiple modes, and a fully-fledged training mode to perfect your moves. Gather your friends for local & online matches! Prepare to Make Your Impact!

    Why similar: Fighting 31%, Action 29.9%, Indie 22%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

  23. #23 Rivals of Aether II
    79% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,662 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 81.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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  24. #24 Fighties
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 259 reviews2015
    Dev: Pillow Pig Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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  25. #25 Idol Showdown
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 5,830 reviews2023
    Dev: Besto Game TeamPub: holo Indie
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.4 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.

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  26. #26 Pummel Paladins
    80% matchVery Positive96% of 79 reviews2020
    Dev: Xiaocong YanPub: Orange Lutheran High School Game Development Club
    Windows

    Pummel Paladins is a 1v1 brawler with a creative twist. Don't be mistaken, just because the knights lost their weapons doesn't mean they are going to stop their destined duel. Push, parry, utilize the environment and items to outplay your opponent in this retro, dungeon arena!

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  27. #27 Combat Core
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    Dev: MABManZ
    Windows · Mac

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  28. #28 LASTFIGHT
    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 78 reviews2016
    Dev: Piranaking
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%

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  29. #29 TowerFall Ascension
    78% matchVery Positive95% of 3,588 reviews2014
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    77% matchVery Positive96% of 81 reviews2018
    Dev: Haunted Tie
    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    76% matchVery Positive91% of 57 reviews2020
    Dev: Lululu Entertainment
    Windows

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  33. #33 SWORDY
    77% matchMixed65% of 105 reviews2016
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    Windows

    Swordy is a local party brawler with chaotic physics-based action. Master the weapons of war, using momentum and timing to fight for your life in a world built on the bones of a ruined empire.

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    72% matchVery Positive86% of 2,650 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,040 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    Why similar: Action 69.1%, Pixel Graphics 30.9%

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    75% matchVery Positive83% of 143 reviews2016
    Dev: Megastorm Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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  37. #37 Machina Blade
    74% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2022
    Dev: Guilda Entertainment
    Windows

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    76% matchMostly Positive75% of 99 reviews2015
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    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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    Why similar: Action 41.5%, Indie 30.6%, Local Multiplayer 27.8%

  39. #39 Blade Ballet
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 70 reviews2016
    Dev: DreamSail Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    73% matchVery Positive87% of 408 reviews2015
    Dev: Chainsawesome Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    72% matchVery Positive87% of 157 reviews2020
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    73% matchVery Positive92% of 464 reviews2013
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    Windows
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    75% matchMixed52% of 60 reviews2014
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    Windows
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    70% matchVery Positive97% of 66 reviews2021
    Dev: Lex de Kogel
    Windows

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    68% matchVery Positive90% of 719 reviews2023
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    70% matchMostly Positive74% of 314 reviews2023
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    Windows

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    68% matchVery Positive94% of 147 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    71% matchMixed54% of 186 reviews2023
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    Windows

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  51. #51 Full Metal Furies
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 2,915 reviews2018
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    66% matchVery Positive91% of 139 reviews2025
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    Windows

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  53. #53 Unruly Heroes
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 956 reviews2019
    Dev: Magic Design Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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  54. #54 Super Sportmatchen
    70% matchMostly Positive74% of 74 reviews2018
    Dev: Kaj Forell Video Game BrandPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
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  55. #55 GigaBash
    65% matchVery Positive94% of 2,055 reviews2022
    Dev: Passion Republic Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    GigaBash is the ultimate Kaiju Fighting Game for 1-4 players, where you battle as film-inspired Kaijus and giant Heroes in fully destructible cityscapes.

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  56. #56 Square Brawl
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 188 reviews2015
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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  57. #57 Megabyte Punch
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 1,127 reviews2013
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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  58. #58 Fight of Animals: Arena
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 56 reviews2020
    Dev: Digital Crafter
    Windows

    Meme animals strike again!! Let the meme battle goes into NEXT LEVEL!! With varied stages, items and support up to 4 players local and online, “Fight of Animals: Arena” will bring you a brand new Brawler experience!! Let the fight begin!!

    Why similar: Fighting 48.4%, Local Multiplayer 21.1%, Action 15.7%, Adventure 14.8%

  59. #59 Streets of Fury EX
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 864 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: Fighting 43.7%, Local Multiplayer 23.1%, Action 19.8%, Indie 13.4%

  60. #60 Nubs! Arena
    65% matchMixed64% of 989 reviews2025
    Dev: RangatangPub: Glowfish Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 21%

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    Why similar: Action 100%

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