- #1 THE LAST BLADE 2
97% matchVery Positive91% of 417 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 46.6% ★, 2D Fighter 31.7%, Action 13.7%, Arcade 8%
- #2 GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,055 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 54.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%
“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 43.1% ★, 2D Fighter 38.8%, Arcade 8.2%, Action 7.1%, Anime 2.7%
- #3 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION
96% matchVery Positive91% of 3,119 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.3 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 57.6% ★, 2D Fighter 22.6%, Arcade 7.7%, Classic 6.6% ★, Action 3.5%
- #4 SAMURAI SHODOWN V SPECIAL / サムライスピリッツ零スペシャル
94% matchVery Positive91% of 563 reviews2019
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 9.9 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 48.9% ★, 2D Fighter 31.3%, Action 11.7%, Arcade 3.6%, Anime 3.4%
- #5 SAMURAI SHODOWN
94% matchVery Positive81% of 1,720 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
SAMURAI REBOOT! A brand new SAMURAI SHODOWN game takes aim for the world stage!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 48.5%, Fighting 36.2% ★, Action 10%, Arcade 2.8%, Anime 2.5%
- #6 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
93% matchVery Positive82% of 398 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
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 50.9% ★, 2D Fighter 34.3%, Action 10.5%, Arcade 2.3%, 2D 2%
- #7 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION
92% matchVery Positive82% of 4,225 reviews2017
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 23.9 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 63.4% ★, 2D Fighter 22%, Arcade 6.8%, Action 4.4%, Anime 3.4%
- #8 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,683 reviews2018
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 20.0 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 43.9% ★, 2D Fighter 33.8%, Action 9.6%, Classic 7.9% ★, Arcade 4.8%
- #9 THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCH
91% matchVery Positive95% of 5,318 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 48.4% ★, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Classic 8.6% ★, Arcade 6.3%, Action 5.9%
- #10 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late
90% matchVery Positive91% of 1,000 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dramatic Stylish 2D Fighting Action 「UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late」 now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 47.6% ★, 2D Fighter 36.3%, Anime 8%, Action 4.8%, Arcade 2.7%
- #11 Million Arthur: Arcana Blood
89% matchVery Positive81% of 340 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
For the first time on Steam, the incredible, over-the-top 2D fighter Million Arthur: Arcana Blood is ready to kick-off! Featuring many of the popular characters from the smash hit Million Arthur series as well as a variety of guest fighters!
Why similar: Fighting 44.1% ★, 2D Fighter 39.1%, Action 9.8%, Anime 7%
- #12 FIGHTING EX LAYER
89% matchVery Positive84% of 911 reviews2018
Dev: ARIKA
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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% ★, 2D Fighter 26.1%, Action 7.8%, Arcade 5%, Anime 3.2%
- #13 GUILTY GEAR
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 748 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The origin of the series, the abnormality of the fighting game genre, now returns... HEAVEN or HELL?LET'S Rock!
Why similar: Fighting 43.3% ★, 2D Fighter 26.2%, Classic 16.8% ★, Action 6.2%, Anime 4.4%
- #14 Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code
87% matchVery Positive94% of 4,857 reviews2016
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The final episode of the series, "MELTY BLOOD Actress Again Current Code" is now on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 47.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35.7%, Anime 8%, Action 5.1%, Arcade 3.7%
- #15 GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,710 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
Why similar: Fighting 48.4% ★, 2D Fighter 33.5%, Arcade 5.4%, Anime 5.2%, Action 3.8%
- #16 Battle Fantasia -Revised Edition-
86% matchMixed68% of 234 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 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 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 31.5%, Action 5.8%, Anime 5%, Arcade 4.5%
- #17 FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
82% matchVery Positive81% of 3,691 reviews2026
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 42.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold…
Why similar: Fighting 38.2% ★, 2D Fighter 36.4%, Classic 7.5% ★, Action 6.3%, Arcade 5.8%
- #18 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,471 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 15.1 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 45.6% ★, 2D Fighter 30.6%, Classic 12% ★, Arcade 5.7%, Action 4.7%
- #19 BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
84% matchVery Positive86% of 3,233 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
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 61.6% ★, 2D Fighter 25.1%, Anime 7.4%, Arcade 3.8%, Action 1.3%
- #20 CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE-
84% matchVery Positive89% of 352 reviews2017
Dev: FK DigitalPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game! Enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!
Why similar: Fighting 48.6% ★, 2D Fighter 39.1%, Action 7.7%, Anime 4.7%
- #21 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r]
82% matchVery Positive94% of 3,864 reviews2018
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 43.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!
Why similar: Fighting 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 39%, Anime 6.1%, Action 5.4%, Arcade 1.6%
- #22 Blade Arcus from Shining: Battle Arena
83% matchVery Positive82% of 256 reviews2016
Dev: Studio Saizensen
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 45% ★, 2D Fighter 31.4%, Arcade 8.1%, Anime 6.9%, Action 6.4%
- #23 GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN-
81% matchVery Positive91% of 2,809 reviews2015
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Kept you waitin'. GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN- is finally here on Steam!
Why similar: Fighting 57.3% ★, 2D Fighter 27.3%, Anime 7%, Arcade 4.4%, Action 4.1%
- #24 SNK VS. CAPCOM: THE MATCH OF THE MILLENNIUM
81% matchVery Positive92% of 202 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Back in 1999, SNK and CAPCOM brought their best fighters together for a fighting game extravaganza! The dream collaboration that can fit in your hands can now be enjoyed on Steam!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 67.7%, Action 18.7%, Anime 9.3%, 2D 4.2%
- #25 Killer Instinct
80% matchVery Positive87% of 5,679 reviews2017
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 62.1% ★, 2D Fighter 27.1%, Action 5.9%, Arcade 5%
- #26 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
77% matchVery Positive84% of 9,157 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
SHATTER ALL EXPECTATIONS! Transcend beyond your limits with KOF XV!
Why similar: Fighting 49.4% ★, 2D Fighter 37.6%, Action 6%, Arcade 3.9%, Anime 3.2%
- #27 MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA
78% matchVery Positive89% of 10,571 reviews2021
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Lasengle Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.
Why similar: Fighting 48.3% ★, 2D Fighter 33.6%, Arcade 6.4%, Anime 6.1%, Action 4%
- #28 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII GLOBAL MATCH
79% matchMixed56% of 589 reviews2025
Dev: SAFARI GAMESPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Relive the pinnacle of 2D sprite-based fighting! Enhanced for online play! Complete with rollback netcode and overhauled online functionality!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 75.1%, Action 20.4%, 2D 4.5%
- #29 SNK VS. CAPCOM SVC CHAOS
78% matchVery Positive86% of 393 reviews2024
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
SNK and CAPCOM legends clash in this star-studded crossover fighting game! The 2003 arcade hit SVC CHAOS is back and better than ever!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 63.4%, Fighting 18.7% ★, Action 14.3%, 2D 3.6%
- #30 SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION
79% matchVery Positive81% of 326 reviews2019
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 33%
SNK 40th Anniversary Collection is the ultimate collection of classic arcade games from SNK's golden age with 24 different nostalgic titles back from the 1980s, and many bells and whistles for the best game experience on Steam!!
Why similar: Classic 48.9% ★, Action 25.3%, Arcade 21.7%, 2D 4.2%
- #31 GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
77% matchVery Positive94% of 11,071 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 31.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
Why similar: Fighting 57.9% ★, 2D Fighter 28.8%, Anime 6.6%, Action 3.6%, Arcade 2.6%
- #32 SOULCALIBUR VI
75% matchVery Positive83% of 14,344 reviews2018
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!
Why similar: Fighting 82.6% ★, Action 8.6%, Arcade 5.1%, 2D Fighter 2.2%, Anime 1.6%
- #33 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
74% matchVery Positive83% of 8,543 reviews2020
Dev: Cygames, Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 46.6% ★, 2D Fighter 30.9%, Action 13.9%, Anime 6.9%, Arcade 1.6%
- #34 Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!
76% matchVery Positive81% of 470 reviews2015
Dev: EXAMU Inc.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
With its own unique battle system and a wide selection of characteristic angels, the girls are appearing on Steam for the first time in [Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!!]!!
Why similar: Fighting 51.1% ★, 2D Fighter 31.4%, Anime 8.1%, Action 4.8%, Arcade 4.6%
- #35 Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,299 reviews2025
Dev: RGG StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
The pioneer 3D fighting series continues to evolve as Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage arrives on Steam! Featuring: Crossplay and Rollback Netcode support, a brand new single player mode: "World Stage", and more!
Why similar: Fighting 60.1% ★, Classic 16.7% ★, Action 9.9%, Arcade 8.3%, Anime 5%
- #36 BlazBlue Centralfiction
74% matchVery Positive94% of 12,269 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 58.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Combining a 2D fighting game with a visual novel, the BlazBlue series continues on with massive fan support! The latest installation, BlazBlue: Centralfiction, serves as the ending to the Azure Saga, revealing the hidden truth of the world!
Why similar: Fighting 51.2% ★, 2D Fighter 35%, Anime 7.3%, Action 3.8%, Arcade 2.7%
- #37 GUILTY GEAR 2 -OVERTURE-
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 535 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The ultimate melee action [GUILTY GEAR 2 -OVERTURE-] is now on Steam!! Pushing [Gameplay] and [Entertainment] to the extremes, with a splash of [Competitiveness] -- That's GUILTY GEAR 2 for you.
Why similar: Fighting 72.7% ★, Action 17.9%, Anime 9.4%
- #38 SHOCK TROOPERS
75% matchVery Positive83% of 283 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%
“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!
Why similar: Action 46.3%, Arcade 43.8%, 2D 9.9%
- #39 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
72% matchVery Positive80% of 4,682 reviews2019
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! Cross over between 4 different universes! Play as characters from the BlazBlue, Persona, Under Night In-Birth, and (for the first time ever in a fighting game), RWBY series!
Why similar: Fighting 47.9% ★, 2D Fighter 38.7%, Anime 7.1%, Action 5.6%, Arcade 0.7%
- #40 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
69% matchVery Positive87% of 2,634 reviews2024
Dev: FRENCH-BREADPub: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The newest riveting installment in the epic Under Night In-Birth saga rises from the Abyss! Improved visuals and battle system! Witness the curtain fall on the tale of the Hollow Night. Vie for supremacy through exhilarating combat and a deep, robust battle system!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 45.9%, Fighting 27.9% ★, Action 9.1%, Arcade 8.5%, Anime 6.5%
- #41 DNF Duel
71% matchMixed63% of 4,187 reviews2022
Dev: NEOPLE Inc.Pub: NEXON
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Action fighting at its extreme! Enter the new beat’em up world of Arad as your favorite character from the beloved Dungeon and Fighter franchise!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 42%, Fighting 41% ★, Anime 6.2%, Arcade 5.9%, Action 4.9%
- #42 Koihime Enbu
72% matchVery Positive86% of 316 reviews2016
Dev: UNKNOWN GAMESPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.4 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 45.1% ★, 2D Fighter 36.1%, Action 8.8%, Anime 7.6%, Arcade 2.4%
- #43 Street Fighter X Tekken
73% matchMixed55% of 2,432 reviews2012
Dev: Capcom U.S.A., Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The long awaited dream match-up between the two titans of fighting is here!
Why similar: Fighting 77.4% ★, 2D Fighter 13.9%, Action 4.4%, Arcade 3.1%, Anime 0.9%
- #44 METAL SLUG 2
71% matchVery Positive89% of 1,420 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Action 33.3%, Arcade 31.1%, Classic 30.8% ★, 2D 4.8%
- #45 WORLD HEROES PERFECT
68% matchVery Positive86% of 51 reviews2026
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
The 1995 arcade fighting classic WORLD HEROES PERFECT returns—now enhanced and coming to Steam! Enjoy smooth online with rollback netcode, and up your game in the full-featured Practice Mode! Solo thrills and high-level online battles await you in this definitive version of the game!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 46.7%, Fighting 24.3% ★, Action 14%, Arcade 12.1%, 2D 3%
- #46 METAL SLUG
70% matchVery Positive89% of 5,230 reviews2015
Dev: DotemuPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Classic 39.6% ★, Arcade 30.9%, Action 22.3%, 2D 7.3%
- #47 Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm
73% 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 49.9% ★, 2D Fighter 35.1%, Action 7%, Anime 5.7%, Arcade 1.7%
- #48 BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
70% matchVery Positive91% of 2,879 reviews2016
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
'BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend' is the sixth installment of the BlazBlue series, a combination of 2D fighting action game and visual novel.
Why similar: Fighting 49.5% ★, 2D Fighter 33%, Anime 8.7%, Action 4.7%, Arcade 3.3%
- #49 REAL BOUT FATAL FURY 2: THE NEWCOMERS
67% matchVery Positive83% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Code MysticsPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
1998 arcade fighter REAL BOUT FATAL FURY 2: THE NEWCOMERS is now on Steam! Featuring the largest roster in the series, 23 characters are back and ready to GET IN THE RING! Also with rollback netcode and a host of new features!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 72.6%, Action 22.4%, 2D 5%
- #50 Breakers Collection
68% matchVery Positive91% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 40.1% ★, 2D Fighter 36.4%, Arcade 9.2%, Anime 6.1%, Action 6%
- #51 Sclash
68% matchVery Positive83% of 592 reviews2023
Dev: Bevel bakeryPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Sclash is a plug’n play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill. Play as a hand-drawn samurai in beautiful painted settings and fight your opponent in epic solemn duels where each move matters. Manage well your stamina, breath and take your time to land a deadly hit.
Why similar: Fighting 41.2% ★, 2D Fighter 36.9%, Arcade 8.4%, Anime 6.4%, Action 5.2%
- #52 Phantom Breaker: Omnia
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 322 reviews2022
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Rocket Panda Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
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 52.1% ★, 2D Fighter 32.9%, Action 8.1%, Anime 5.1%, 2D 1.8%
- #53 DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters
70% matchMixed70% of 10,505 reviews2015
Dev: Team NINJAPub: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The free version of the final word in fighting entertainment - DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round!
Why similar: Fighting 67.7% ★, Arcade 13.1%, Anime 10.2%, Action 9%
- #54 Iron Saga VS
66% matchVery Positive81% of 420 reviews2025
Dev: Gameduchy
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Take control of an assortment of superb mechs and engage in thrilling combat with other enthusiasts on the same battlefield! In addition to original mecha, well-known IPs such as "Mazinger Z" and “Dancouga – Super Beast Machine God” also ready for the mecha war!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.5%, Fighting 36% ★, Arcade 9.8%, Action 7.3%, Anime 5%
- #55 METAL SLUG XX
71% matchMixed53% of 1,231 reviews2019
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
METAL SLUG XX, the most recent installment in the famous run-and-gun action shooting series, returns to the battlefield on Steam with a plethora of brand new features!
Why similar: Classic 44.6% ★, Arcade 24.1%, Action 23.3%, 2D 8%
- #56 DaemonBride:ADDITIONAL GAIN
66% matchVery Positive83% of 93 reviews2025
Dev: Team Arcana
Windows
In 2025, the popular arcade game "Demon Bride" is back on Steam! A fighting game depicting the battle between 17 angels and demons. Enjoy high-speed, deep battles with flashy bullets and powerful special moves. In addition, the rollback-compatible net code allows for smooth online battles.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 70.1%, Action 13.8%, Anime 11.8%, 2D 4.3%
- #57 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,647 reviews2014
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.6 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 54% ★, 2D Fighter 29.9%, Anime 7%, Action 4.4%, Arcade 3.9%
- #58 Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
63% matchVery Positive84% of 3,155 reviews2026
Dev: Gameplay Group InternationalPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is a fast-paced 1v1 fighter where you battle as your favorite characters from the Avatar franchise. Featuring hand-drawn 2D animation true to the series’ roots, proprietary rollback netcode, and full cross-play for smooth, competitive gameplay.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.8%, Fighting 39.4% ★, Anime 6.7%, Arcade 6.3%, Action 5.8%
- #59 TEKKEN 7
66% matchVery Positive84% of 95,341 reviews2017
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 74.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals.
Why similar: Fighting 84.5% ★, Arcade 5.9%, Action 5.9%, 2D Fighter 2.3%, Anime 1.5%