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Starkheim Tournament is a 2D fighting game set in a fantasy universe with a pixel-art style. Featuring simplified, easy-to-learn controls, it’s designed to be instantly accessible and quick to master.

Why similar: Fighting 30.4% ★, 2D Fighter 23.1%, Platformer 8.6%, PvP 6.3%, Retro 5.9%

Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!

Why similar: Fighting 45.6% ★, 2D Fighter 28.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Action 6.7%, Multiplayer 4.3%

Bubble Battle is a retro online/local multiplayer fighting game inspired by arcade classics. Players fly around with one simple objective: burst opponents’ bubbles before they burst yours. Collect powerups and out-maneuver opponents for fast-paced, addictive fun!

Why similar: Fighting 28.4% ★, 2D Fighter 26.4%, Platformer 10.4%, Action 6.9%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%

A fighting game without fighting mechanism.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.2%, Fighting 34.7% ★, Action 9.1%, PvP 8.7%, Local Multiplayer 4.5%

Roof Rage is a Martial Arts Platform Fighter featuring epic rooftop battles. Play with up to 8 players locally or 1vs1 online.

Why similar: Fighting 30.5% ★, 2D Fighter 23.6%, Martial Arts 9.5% ★, Platformer 7.4%, Action 6%

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 42% ★, 2D Fighter 31.4%, Action 12.5%, PvP 5.7%, 2D 3%

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 36.8%, Fighting 34.8% ★, PvP 8.1%, Action 6.4%, Retro 4.4%

Fight your friends in local multiplayer, or hone your skills in the single-player training mode. Create an opening or outmaneuver your opponent to seize victory. And parry incoming attacks with perfect timing!

Why similar: Fighting 34.7% ★, 2D Fighter 27.6%, Action 15.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%, Retro 6.2%

"剣撃クロスゾーン" (KenGeki CrossZone) An original 2D fighting game. Strong attack! There are many offsets! The more buttons you press, the better! Easy operation with special move button!

Why similar: Fighting 38.9% ★, 2D Fighter 35.2%, PvP 8.6%, Action 7.7%, Multiplayer 4.4%

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 45.6% ★, 2D Fighter 31.8%, Action 10.2%, PvP 6.2%, 2D 2.9%

Strongkid presents Super Bout: Champion's Tour, a 1v1 fighting game features state of the art 8-bit graphics and sound effects, 5 playable characters, online and offline versus modes, a single player arcade mode, and more!

Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.8%, Fighting 25.1% ★, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, PvP 7.8%, Action 7.7%

Verdict Guilty is a 90's arcade-style fighting game with a cops vs robbers theme.

Why similar: Fighting 42.6% ★, 2D Fighter 37.5%, Action 9.2%, Retro 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%

A Couch-Play Platform fighter with Traditional fighting game aspects that focuses on using your stage against your opponent, with each character taking advantage of the stages in unique and different ways

Why similar: Fighting 35.1% ★, 2D Fighter 16.2%, Platformer 12.8%, Action 7.1%, PvP 6.3%

"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 47.6% ★, 2D Fighter 34.4%, Action 18%

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 42.6% ★, 2D Fighter 35%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Indie 3.6%

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 32.9% ★, 2D Fighter 26.8%, Martial Arts 13.1% ★, Retro 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

Flightless Fighters is exactly what it sounds like: a fighting game about PENGUINS! The core of the game is its cast of 18 lively characters, each corresponding to a real-life penguin species. It prides itself on its humorous but genuine gameplay, which facilitates the upbeat tone.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.6%, Fighting 25% ★, Martial Arts 8.9% ★, Action 7.8%, Retro 7.1%

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 29.7% ★, 2D Fighter 26.7%, PvP 7.3%, Retro 6.9%, Action 6.2%

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 46.7% ★, 2D Fighter 37%, Action 13.2%, Indie 3%

YSNP! is a local couch multiplayer 2D shooter. You and a friend try to win a tug-of-war across multiple screens in a 1 vs. 1 battle. Eliminate your opponent with your weapon and interactive level objects, gain your turn, and try to get past him to the other side of the screen.

Why similar: Fighting 32.9% ★, 2D Fighter 24.5%, Action 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Platformer 7%

◆What is SUPER FIGHTING HEROES? This is a fighting game where you can enjoy high-speed tactics.

Why similar: Fighting 48.3% ★, 2D Fighter 42.2%, Action 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%

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 40.6% ★, 2D Fighter 32.2%, Action 21.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%

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 44.2% ★, 2D Fighter 33.4%, Action 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.8%

WKSP Rumble is the first corporate fighting game. Play with 100+ real employees of a real ad agency and get to know more about the advertising world in a pixel art journey full of ass kicking.

Why similar: Fighting 32.8% ★, 2D Fighter 28%, Martial Arts 16.2% ★, Action 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!

Why similar: Fighting 42.7% ★, 2D Fighter 36.4%, PvP 7.7%, Action 7.6%, Multiplayer 3.9%

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 46.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.6%, Action 20.7%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%

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 49.3% ★, Martial Arts 20.4% ★, 2D Fighter 16.5%, Action 11.8%, Indie 2%

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 45.4% ★, 2D Fighter 37.8%, Action 13.7%, Indie 3.1%

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 42.8% ★, 2D Fighter 35.4%, Action 21.8%

Slap City is a Seriously Fun platform fighter with a perfect mix of characters from the Ludosity universe. Play Locally or Online. Slap it hard in Ranked or fast and loose in Slap Ball game mode. We are the original inventors of Clutch Technology.

Why similar: Fighting 47.8% ★, 2D Fighter 22.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Action 9.2%, Multiplayer 3.6%

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 38.8%, Fighting 31% ★, PvP 8.4%, Action 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

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 43.1%, Fighting 35.2% ★, Action 21.8%

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 45.5% ★, 2D Fighter 37.5%, Action 14.2%, Multiplayer 2.9%

Hate it when video games force you to identify as gender binary? Want some more options? Want the gender universe brought to life? Watch the genders fresh off of tumblr battle it out in the newest action-fighter of the season. *Not all genders implemented. (yet)

Why similar: Fighting 40.8% ★, 2D Fighter 35.6%, Action 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.4%, Indie 2.7%

A traditional, ground-based 2.5D fighting game (with skeletons) that takes a lot of inspiration from anime/hyper fighters. A nice balance between eccentric mechanics and slower, footsies-based neutral.

Why similar: Fighting 33.9% ★, 2D Fighter 30%, Martial Arts 12.3% ★, PvP 7.5%, Action 6.7%

Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!

Why similar: Fighting 45.6% ★, 2D Fighter 40.8%, Action 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%

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 57.9% ★, 2D Fighter 28.5%, Action 11.2%, Multiplayer 2.5%

High-octane fights and stunning 3D cel-shaded animations! BreakThrough is a fighting game where your greatest weapon is your Resolve. Powered by rollback netcode, choose from a diverse set of fighters and prove your strength in battle!

Why similar: Fighting 35.7% ★, 2D Fighter 28.3%, Action 20.2%, PvP 8.2%, Multiplayer 4.5%

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 38.7%, Fighting 31.7% ★, Action 10.9%, PvP 5.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

OctaFight is an explosive combat game. A tribute to good old couch multiplayer titles, offering intense and devastating versus matches. Move, jump, shield, throw and trigger your bomb on time to be the last in one piece!

Why similar: Fighting 26.5% ★, 2D Fighter 24.9%, Platformer 10.6%, Retro 9.2%, Action 6.5%

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 42.6% ★, 2D Fighter 36.2%, Martial Arts 5% ★, Action 4.9%, PvP 4.8%

A new game in the Granblue Fantasy universe, available on Steam! This fantasy game blends fighting game action and RPG-style adventure. Throw yourself into matches or enjoy powering up your characters!

Why similar: Fighting 41.9% ★, 2D Fighter 30.8%, Action 18%, PvP 5.2%, Multiplayer 2.4%

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 43.8% ★, 2D Fighter 32%, Action 19.7%, Indie 4.5%

2D Fighting game

Why similar: 2D Fighter 48.2%, Fighting 24.8% ★, Action 23%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%

Shield Shock is a 2D Platform Fighter Game all about blocking! Use your shield to block projectiles and release mighty attacks right back! This 4-Player Party Fighting Game will have you playing with friends to defeat the onslaught of Blockers or face off against each-other to see who comes out on top!

Why similar: Fighting 34% ★, 2D Fighter 29.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Action 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

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 50.6% ★, 2D Fighter 37.2%, Action 6.8%, Multiplayer 3.5%, Indie 1.9%

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 48.3% ★, 2D Fighter 39.3%, Action 8.1%, Multiplayer 2.3%, Indie 2%

The premier top down Smash inspired fighting game!

Why similar: Fighting 37.8% ★, 2D Fighter 27.7%, PvP 7.9%, Action 6.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.9%

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 47.4% ★, 2D Fighter 34.7%, Action 7%, Retro 4.1%, Multiplayer 3.4%

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 51.4% ★, 2D Fighter 32.4%, Action 9.1%, Multiplayer 2.5%, Local Multiplayer 2.5%

A combo-oriented fighting game with a simple system. Players who are familiar with fighting games will be able to play right away thanks to its responsiveness and ease of understanding! Fly, run, solidify, and collapse! Supports rollback-style online matches.

Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.9%, Fighting 18.8% ★, PvP 12.5%, Action 11.1%, Multiplayer 5.9%

Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles! Arcus Chroma is an offline juggle combo fighting game where dodging and countering are the keys to victory. With a truly unique cast to choose from, let your mind run wild as you master the game's creative combo system.

Why similar: Fighting 41% ★, 2D Fighter 37.5%, Action 7.1%, PvP 4.1%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%

A classic arcade-style 2D Fighting Game, wrapped up in a goofy, full-of-energy, stylized presentation that mixes great animation and zany battle moves with simplistic doodles!

Why similar: Fighting 35.6% ★, 2D Fighter 26.3%, Martial Arts 11.8% ★, PvP 4.9%, Action 4.5%

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 48.9% ★, 2D Fighter 38.1%, Action 9.9%, Indie 2.3%, 2D 0.8%

The Grand Slamboree is a 2D Platform Fighter where every hit is lethal for chaotic, lightning fast rounds! Join the fight with 6 unique characters across 120+ stages.

Why similar: Fighting 39.2% ★, 2D Fighter 28.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Action 5.4%, Platformer 4.6%

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 60.2% ★, 2D Fighter 25.5%, Action 5.3%, Multiplayer 2.1%, Retro 2.1%

A legendary arcade game developed by Dimps in 2005. This fighting game gained popularity for its smooth visuals powered by S.M.A as well as the high level of strategy driven by its 2-gauge system. And with the addition of new current-gen features it's even easier to play.

Why similar: Fighting 32.9% ★, 2D Fighter 31.3%, PvP 8.9%, Action 8%, Retro 6.8%

Matchstick Men：Deadly rhythm is a local multiplayer fighting game. Use strange mechanics to blow your opponents.(Temporary multiplayer is not supported)

Why similar: Fighting 41.9% ★, 2D Fighter 37.3%, Action 10.4%, Combat 4.5%, Local Multiplayer 4.3%

This classic fighting game offers intense martial arts battles with a diverse cast of characters, each boasting unique fighting styles. Players engage in thrilling one-on-one combat, showcasing their skills and mastering various martial arts techniques in this nostalgic gem from the mid-'90s.

Why similar: Fighting 42.6% ★, 2D Fighter 29.9%, Action 9.8%, Martial Arts 6.3% ★, Retro 5.7%