- #1 Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
97% matchVery Positive90% of 631 reviews2021
Dev: VINEPub: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.4 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 33.2%, Action 31.2%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Indie 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%
- #2 Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment
96% matchVery Positive94% of 494 reviews2017
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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%, Adventure 30.7%, Indie 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%
- #3 Shovel Knight Dig
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 905 reviews2022
Dev: NitromePub: Yacht Club Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself on a quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in this standalone Shovel Knight adventure.
Why similar: Action 65.4%, Pixel Graphics 34.6%
- #4 Bounty Battle
96% 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 50.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 20.2%, Action 18.3%, Indie 10.5%
- #5 Shovel Knight: King of Cards
94% matchVery Positive90% of 206 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 32.9%, Adventure 30.4%, Indie 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%
- #6 Rivals of Aether
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 38,130 reviews2017
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 50.3 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 58.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Indie 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 6.6%
- #7 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,893 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 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 25.8%, Adventure 24.6%, Action 23.5%
- #8 Fraymakers
92% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,561 reviews2023
Dev: Team Fray
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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 45.6% ★, Local Multiplayer 16.2%, Action 15.9%, Indie 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #9 A Few Quick Matches
90% matchVery Positive85% of 2,741 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 46% ★, Indie 17.4%, Action 15.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #10 Knight Club +
91% matchVery Positive89% of 361 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 52.6% ★, Action 18.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Indie 6.5%
- #11 Super Treasure Arena
91% 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 49%, Indie 35.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%
- #12 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 46.3%, Indie 32.7%, Local Multiplayer 21%
- #13 Idol Showdown
86% matchVery Positive94% of 5,840 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: Fighting 53.9% ★, Action 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Indie 7%, Local Multiplayer 3.4%
- #14 Grand Class Melee 2
89% 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: Action 31.5%, Local Multiplayer 31.4%, Indie 22%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%
- #15 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope
87% matchVery Positive94% of 1,006 reviews2019
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 34.1%, Adventure 33%, Indie 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #16 Stardust Vanguards
88% 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!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 42.9%, Action 37%, Pixel Graphics 20.1%
- #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!
Why similar: Fighting 47.8% ★, Action 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 19%, Indie 13.8%
- #18 Dynasty Feud
86% matchVery Positive84% of 111 reviews2017
Dev: Kaia Studios
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 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 33.5%, Fighting 29.9% ★, Indie 24.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%
- #19 Scott Pilgrim EX
82% matchVery Positive85% of 489 reviews2026
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!
Why similar: Fighting 32.6% ★, Action 22.2%, Adventure 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #20 Cross Impact
84% matchMixed57% of 165 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 31.2% ★, Action 30%, Indie 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #21 Strikers Edge
85% matchMixed64% of 134 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!
Why similar: Action 43.3%, Indie 29.5%, Local Multiplayer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%
- #22 Indie Pogo
83% 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!
Why similar: Fighting 47.4% ★, Action 23.6%, Indie 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #23 Rivals of Aether II
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,904 reviews2024
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 82.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Rivals of Aether II is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters.
Why similar: Fighting 52.8% ★, Local Multiplayer 17.7%, Action 16.7%, Indie 12.8%
- #24 Fighties
82% matchVery Positive84% of 259 reviews2015
Dev: Pillow Pig Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Fighties is a fast paced 2D platform fighter. Choose from a wide selection of Fighties each with their own unique play style. Beat down your opponents to become the strongest Fightie of them all.
Why similar: Fighting 42.8% ★, Action 18.4%, Local Multiplayer 17.1%, Indie 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #25 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,644 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 37.5%, Adventure 30.4%, Local Multiplayer 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Indie 3.1%
- #26 LASTFIGHT
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 78 reviews2016
Dev: Piranaking
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
LASTFIGHT is bringing 2v2 3D fighting back to your living room! Pick up any available object in one of the 8 stages and teach your opponents a lesson! Play in local multiplayer mode, for up to 4 players, or one-player story mode, with a cast of 10 characters inspired by the comic book LASTMAN.
Why similar: Fighting 39.3% ★, Action 27%, Indie 19.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.7%
- #27 Pummel Paladins
79% matchVery Positive96% of 80 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!
Why similar: Fighting 48.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 23.5%, Action 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #28 Combat Core
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 65 reviews2019
Dev: MABManZ
Windows · Mac
Welcome to the Combat Core League! Battle with up to 4 players with a cast of powered up characters in a colorful sci-fi arena, or create your own! Compete with your friends or challenge yourself against AI opponents to compete for the title of the strongest.
Why similar: Fighting 39.2% ★, Action 28.1%, Indie 21%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%
- #29 TowerFall Ascension
78% matchVery Positive95% of 3,612 reviews2014
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 28.7%, Action 24%, Indie 18.5%, Fighting 13.3% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #30 GigaBash
75% matchVery Positive94% of 2,129 reviews2022
Dev: Passion Republic Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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.
Why similar: Fighting 71.8% ★, Action 28.2%
- #31 Bamerang: Warm-Up Duel
77% matchVery Positive91% of 57 reviews2020
Dev: Lululu Entertainment
Windows
Warm up your boomerang throwing skills in the free duel mode of Bämeräng, the fast paced boomerang fighting game. Fight for the favor of the goddess in an outlandish, colorful world in this local multiplayer game.
Why similar: Fighting 43.2% ★, Action 22.8%, Local Multiplayer 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%
- #32 Super Slime Arena
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: JellyTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Slime Arena is a 16-bit style, party-fighting game embracing equal parts accessibility and chaos. One attack, one hitpoint, all slime! Use nearly any controller in fast and frantic 2-50+ multiplayer matches across the many lands of Planet Blorb!
Why similar: Fighting 31.5% ★, Action 26.4%, Indie 20%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #33 Domiverse
76% matchVery Positive95% of 83 reviews2018
Dev: Haunted Tie
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
You are an overpowered gladiator with the skills to destroy all who stand before you. The only problem is, so is everyone else! Enter the Domiverse for fast and frantic fun in this party brawler made for up to four players in local play.
Why similar: Fighting 39.8% ★, Local Multiplayer 19.9%, Action 19.6%, Indie 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #34 SWORDY
77% matchMixed65% of 105 reviews2016
Dev: Frogshark
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.
Why similar: Fighting 33.6% ★, Action 19.2%, Local Multiplayer 18.1%, Adventure 16.6%, Indie 12.5%
- #35 Skyhook
76% matchVery Positive83% of 143 reviews2016
Dev: Megastorm Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Fight with grappling hooks in this party brawler for one to four players. Play as a treasure hunting cat or a land swimming shark as you swing around the stage taking out your opponents.
Why similar: Fighting 66.4% ★, Local Multiplayer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 4%, Indie 2.8%
- #36 Holo X Break
71% matchVery Positive86% of 2,650 reviews2024
Dev: KayAnimatePub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Fight your way through endless waves of holoX's minions! Gear up with all sorts of equipment and items in this action packed beat-em-up to reach the 5 bosses of hololive's "holoX", and put a stop to their plans!
Why similar: Action 52.4%, Pixel Graphics 30.6%, Local Multiplayer 17%
- #37 ChargeShot
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: Cowboy Color
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Shoot, reflect, and jetpack your way through ChargeShot -- a local-multiplayer, space-bounty-hunter, deathmatch game with a focus on fast-paced, twitch gameplay. Prove to your friends that you are the greatest warrior in the galaxy. No friends? No problem.
Why similar: Action 41.8%, Indie 30.4%, Local Multiplayer 27.8%
- #38 Knight Squad
74% matchVery Positive87% of 408 reviews2015
Dev: Chainsawesome Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Knight Squad is an insane 1 to 8 players chaotic arena friendship destroyer. Take on current friends and future frenemies in any of the incredibly fun game modes, ranging from Last Man Standing to Medieval soccer. All of that using only weapons from the Middle Ages… and laser guns… and miniguns.
Why similar: Fighting 32.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 25.9%, Action 25.9%, Indie 15.3%
- #39 Machina Blade
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: Guilda Entertainment
Windows
In Machina Blade what matters the most is your skill. Choose a character and fight your way through hordes of Machinas in this short game with up to four players on local co-op.
Why similar: Action 39.6%, Adventure 33.2%, Pixel Graphics 23.8%, Indie 3.4%
- #40 Bravery and Greed
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,058 reviews2022
Dev: Rekka GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!
Why similar: Action 69.4%, Pixel Graphics 30.6%
- #41 Samurai GUNN
73% matchVery Positive92% of 467 reviews2013
Dev: Beau BlythPub: SCRAMBLER
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Samurai GUNN is a lightning-fast Bushido brawler for 2 to 4 players. Each samurai is armed with a sword and gunn, with only 3 bullets to a life. Strategy and quick reflexes are the key to deflecting bullets and sending your opponents’ heads rolling.
Why similar: Fighting 48.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 20.1%, Action 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Indie 6.9%
- #42 HyperBrawl Tournament
73% matchVery Positive87% of 157 reviews2020
Dev: Milky Tea Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
HyperBrawl Tournament is the ultimate arena combat sport. Assemble your team of intergalactic heroes, arm them with outrageous weapons and score your way to victory in classic single player campaigns, couch or online play for up to four players.
Why similar: Fighting 41.7% ★, Action 31.8%, Local Multiplayer 26.5%
- #43 Fighting Fiends
71% matchVery Positive97% of 66 reviews2021
Dev: Lex de Kogel
Windows
Fighting Fiends is a top-down fighting game. Play it 1 on 1 for intense matches or with up to 4 players for chaotic fun, both locally and online.
Why similar: Action 51.8%, Fighting 35.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.7%
- #44 Jamsouls
74% matchMixed52% of 60 reviews2014
Dev: Chromatic Dream
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Get ready for some crazy battles with your friends in the colorful arenas of Jamsouls! In the hope of bringing back the golden era of multiplayer classics, Jamsouls focuses on fast-paced and manic fun with simple and accessible gameplay.
Why similar: Action 58.6%, Indie 41.4%
- #45 Radical Rabbit Stew
70% matchVery Positive96% of 206 reviews2020
Dev: Pugstorm
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Radical Rabbit Stew is a hare-raising action-arcade game, featuring fast-paced whack-a-rabbit gameplay, scintillating puzzles, super-sized boss fights, juicy pixel graphics and a sizzling soundtrack, perfect for new players and 16-bit retro fans alike!
Why similar: Action 25.3%, Adventure 23.3%, Local Multiplayer 20.2%, Indie 19%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%
- #46 Blade Ballet
72% matchVery Positive83% of 70 reviews2016
Dev: DreamSail Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Blade Ballet is a whirling dance of multiplayer robot destruction. Each character possesses a unique personality and special abilities - use them to claim victory as you spin from one challenging arena to the next, battling for dominance in this action-packed fighting game.
Why similar: Fighting 34.9% ★, Action 25%, Local Multiplayer 20.4%, Indie 19.8%
- #47 River City: Rival Showdown
71% matchMixed54% of 187 reviews2023
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!
Why similar: Action 58.5%, Pixel Graphics 30.4%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%
- #48 Knights of Braveland
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 315 reviews2023
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.
Why similar: Action 53.4%, Local Multiplayer 46.6%
- #49 Dojo Masters
67% matchVery Positive93% of 150 reviews2024
Dev: Pixeled Vision
Windows
DOJO MASTERS is a 2-button martial arts indie fighting game. Battle against your friends or head online to challenge warriors from around the world!
Why similar: Action 55.9%, Local Multiplayer 16%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Indie 12.6%
- #50 Full Metal Furies
69% matchVery Positive91% of 2,925 reviews2018
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Action 36.1%, Adventure 25.1%, Indie 22%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%
- #51 One Strike
70% matchVery Positive90% of 79 reviews2017
Dev: Retro Reactor
Windows · Mac
One Strike is a 2d fighting game with fast and furious gameplay, memorable characters, and a retro pixelart aesthetic! Choose between one of six unique fighters, travel to medieval Japan’s beautiful pixelated landscapes and fight to become the greatest warrior in history.
Why similar: Fighting 40.9% ★, Action 33.8%, Indie 25.2%
- #52 Pocket Bravery
66% matchVery Positive90% of 728 reviews2023
Dev: Statera StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo Pocket' aesthetic for a modern fighting game with a retro twist!
Why similar: Fighting 55.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 16.7%, Action 16%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%
- #53 Streets of Fury EX
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 866 reviews2015
Dev: Guard Crush
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.7 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 43.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 23%, Action 19.8%, Indie 13.2%
- #54 KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE
65% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Sudden-death tag team turmoil—with weapons! KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE rises from its 1996 arcade roots in this enhanced Steam edition. Includes rollback netcode for seamless online play, a swathe of new features, and a bonus jukebox and media gallery—plus even lets 4 players fight at once!
Why similar: Action 80.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%
- #55 Spelunker Party!
69% matchVery Positive86% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.Pub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Go on a Journey to the underground with your buddies! Spelunker, the Weakest Action Hero is now on Steam! Embark on group expeditions in Offline and Online Co-op Multiplay with up to 4 players! Overcome thrilling challenges with Time Attack, Quests and more! Enjoy Spelunker Party together!
Why similar: Action 50.8%, Adventure 49.2%
- #56 Unruly Heroes
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 960 reviews2019
Dev: Magic Design Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.
Why similar: Fighting 48.5% ★, Action 25.2%, Adventure 18.5%, Indie 7.8%
- #57 Megabyte Punch
68% matchVery Positive90% of 1,130 reviews2013
Dev: Team Reptile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
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: Fighting 42.7% ★, Local Multiplayer 20.5%, Adventure 19.1%, Action 17.7%
- #58 Fight of Animals: Arena
67% matchVery Positive91% of 57 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 48.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 20.9%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 14.8%
- #59 Wendigo Blue
64% matchVery Positive90% of 146 reviews2025
Dev: EndlessFluff
Windows
Action-packed 2D beat-em-up with intense boss battles and a large variety of customizable equipment and skills. Up to 4 players with local co-op.
Why similar: Action 57.8%, Pixel Graphics 26.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Indie 7.5%