- #1 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
97% matchVery Positive88% of 1,424 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.6%, Arcade 13%, Retro 9.7%, 1990's 7.5%, Action 5.7%
- #2 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
96% matchVery Positive88% of 980 reviews2022
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection contains thirteen prior released classic games. This collection is a great place for gamers to experience these popular titles on Steam.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.5%, Retro 17.1%, Arcade 16.3%, Action 9.5%, 1980s 9.3%
- #3 SHINOBI NON GRATA
96% matchVery Positive99% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Studio PICOPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Shinobi alert! Use your 7 shinobi weapons to survive the bloodshed! Introducing a hard core 2D ninja action game by Hyper-retro graphics.
Why similar: Ninja 47.7% ★, Beat 'em up 20%, Retro 9.7%, Martial Arts 9.6% ★, Action 5.9%
- #4 SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION
95% matchVery Positive80% of 311 reviews2019
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%
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: Ninja 36.2% ★, Arcade 20%, Retro 18%, Action 15%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #5 Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
94% matchMixed59% of 1,073 reviews2025
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Step into the arena and choose your fighter! Experience the legendary origins of Mortal Kombat with the iconic arcade classics that started it all—alongside a curated selection of most-loved home versions and rare, fan-favorite releases—a celebration of the franchise’s groundbreaking legacy.
Why similar: Ninja 29.4% ★, Martial Arts 22.2% ★, 1990's 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 6.3%
- #6 MARVEL MaXimum Collection
94% matchMixed64% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Experience one of the most comprehensive gatherings of Marvel’s early gaming legacy. Every major iteration across Arcade and home consoles, this collection is a curated journey through the evolution of the 1990s Marvel Universe in pixels.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.8%, 1990's 13.9%, Retro 13.5%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 6.7%
- #7 Roar of Revenge
93% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2021
Dev: SEEP
Windows
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 35%, 1980s 17%, Arcade 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Adventure 7.4%
- #8 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
91% matchVery Positive94% of 14,426 reviews2022
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.Pub: Dotemu
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.8%, Ninja 25% ★, Martial Arts 11.2% ★, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Arcade 6.6%
- #9 Double Dragon Trilogy
92% matchMixed54% of 1,079 reviews2015
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A groundbreaking, uber-popular game upon its arcade debut in 1987. Double Dragon is the undisputed godfather of co-op beat ‘em up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45%, Arcade 17.7%, Retro 14.6%, 1980s 6.4%, 1990's 4.7%
- #10 The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors
90% matchVery Positive93% of 405 reviews2023
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Alluring audio! Pixel art perfection! Beat-em up beauty! Discover how hard a 32,000kg ninja hits with The Ninja Saviours!
Why similar: Ninja 48.1% ★, 1990's 17.8%, Arcade 11.3%, Beat 'em up 6.9%, Action 5.7%
- #11 99Vidas
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 641 reviews2016
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"99Vidas" is a "beat 'em up" set in a contemporary world that pays tribute to both the new and the classic in gaming industry. Brought to you in all pixelated, 16 bit-esque glory, chockfull of references to not only gaming, but all 80's and 90's pop culture.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.7%, 1980s 19%, 1990's 15.2%, Retro 11.9%, Arcade 6.3%
- #12 Fighting Force Collection
89% matchVery Positive79% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: Implicit ConversionsPub: Limited Run Games
Windows
The legendary 3D beat 'em up is back: Fighting Force!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.8%, Martial Arts 20.7% ★, 1990's 18.5%, Retro 10.2%, Action 8%
- #13 Retro Game Crunch
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 424 reviews2014
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Retro Game Crunch
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection.
Why similar: Retro 30.6%, Beat 'em up 24.8%, Action 14.6%, Adventure 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
- #14 Zool Redimensioned
88% matchVery Positive93% of 203 reviews2021
Dev: Sumo Digital AcademyPub: Secret Mode
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
The Ninja of the Nth Dimension is back! Explore vibrant retro landscapes, discover hidden secrets and take down menacing bosses in a modern reimagining of the classic action platforming adventure Zool.
Why similar: Ninja 50.3% ★, 1990's 15.7%, Retro 14.3%, Arcade 7.3%, Action 5.8%
- #15 Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition
87% matchVery Positive90% of 2,489 reviews2015
Dev: Hello There Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The original epic introduction to the eternal KUNG FURY beat ‘em up saga. New stages, and the Hackademy. Both THE ARCADE STRIKES BACK and the A DAY AT THE BEACH campaign.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.5%, 1980s 23.7%, Arcade 13.2%, Retro 12.6%, Action 5.4%
- #16 Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,342 reviews2018
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Capcom U.S.A, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 14.7 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: Arcade 41.9%, Retro 25.9%, Action 22.4%, Multiplayer 5.1%, 2D 4.7%
- #17 FLASH OF THE BLADE X
85% matchVery Positive93% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: DOSMan Games
Windows
Flash of the Blade X is a retro-inspired first-person Ninja slasher inspired by the Western Ninja boom of the 1980's. Slice and Dice your way to revenge against your former Ninja clan across several hand-crafted levels using an assortment of period-accurate weaponry.
Why similar: Ninja 47.3% ★, 1990's 12.4%, Martial Arts 12% ★, Arcade 11%, Action 5.5%
- #18 Time Commando
86% matchVery Positive95% of 96 reviews2021
Dev: [2.21]
Windows · Mac
For retro gaming lover, discover a jewel of 1996: Time Commando Let's fight across 9 time periods: prehistoric, Roman, feudal Japan, Medieval, Conquistador, the Wild West, and the modern wars
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.6%, Ninja 24.9% ★, Martial Arts 16.5% ★, 1990's 14.6%, 2.5D 11.5%
- #19 NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound
83% matchVery Positive93% of 2,479 reviews2025
Dev: The Game KitchenPub: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.
Why similar: Ninja 56.9% ★, Retro 12.8%, Martial Arts 8.9% ★, Action 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #20 Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection
84% matchMixed64% of 393 reviews2019
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
8 KONAMI arcade classics of the 80s, from Nemesis to TwinBee. Including bonus eBook packed with new information never before revealed to the public.
Why similar: Action 35.3%, Arcade 28.9%, 1980s 16.4%, Retro 15.6%, 2D 3.8%
- #21 Little Fighter 2 Remastered
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,746 reviews2025
Dev: Little Fighter Co Pty Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Rediscover the classic combat charm of "Little Fighter 2," now with fully upgraded and redrawn graphics, support for local connections up to 8 computers, and every character move more detailed and extravagant, providing an unprecedented combat experience.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.2%, Martial Arts 15.6% ★, 1990's 14.5%, Arcade 13.7%, Retro 7.8%
- #22 SAMURAI SHODOWN NEOGEO COLLECTION
82% matchVery Positive83% of 372 reviews2020
Dev: DIGITAL ECLIPSEPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
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: Action 40.8%, PvP 15.5%, Arcade 13.7%, 2D 12.5%, Retro 12%
- #23 NAMCO MUSEUM ARCHIVES Vol 2
82% matchVery Positive85% of 137 reviews2020
Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical times of the 8-Bit era with a collection of Namco’s hits and long-lost treasures in Namco Museum Archives Volume 2.
Why similar: Arcade 32.9%, Retro 29.9%, Action 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Multiplayer 3%
- #24 NAMCO MUSEUM ARCHIVES Vol 1
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 182 reviews2020
Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical times of the Nintendo Entertainment System with a collection of Namco’s hits and long-lost treasures in Namco Museum Archives Volume 1.
Why similar: Arcade 32.2%, Retro 30.8%, Action 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Multiplayer 3.3%
- #25 Capcom Arcade Stadium
81% matchMixed55% of 4,656 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Relive the Capcom classics! Get 1943 -The Battle of Midway- and game logo wallpapers free with your download!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.5%, 1980s 18.9%, Arcade 17.2%, 1990's 16.2%, Retro 8.7%
- #26 Mega Man Legacy Collection
79% matchVery Positive86% of 5,200 reviews2015
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.
Why similar: Retro 34.4%, 1980s 21.9%, Action 12.5%, 1990's 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
- #27 Contra Anniversary Collection
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,420 reviews2019
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Why similar: Retro 27.5%, Action 20.5%, Arcade 15.3%, 1990's 12.8%, 1980s 12.7%
- #28 Forgotten Realms: The Archives - Collection Three
78% matchVery Positive84% of 67 reviews2022
Dev: DreamForge IntertainmentPub: SNEG
Windows
This package celebrates the elements of the AD&D video games that you know and love - vast dungeons and beautiful locations to explore, a wide variety of monsters to slay, quests to complete, adventurers to assemble and worlds to be saved.
Why similar: 1990's 34.4%, Retro 28.2%, Action 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #29 NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
77% matchVery Positive83% of 2,776 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!
Why similar: Ninja 78.3% ★, Action 11.3%, Adventure 7.9%, Exploration 2%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #30 The Disney Afternoon Collection
78% matchVery Positive88% of 1,025 reviews2017
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Starring a cast of beloved Disney characters, The Disney Afternoon Collection takes you back to a golden era of gaming and afternoons filled with adventure. All six classic games feature new and improved visuals and include filtering options that replicate a retro look and feel.
Why similar: Retro 36.5%, 1990's 30.6%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, 2D 7.9%
- #31 Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 626 reviews2024
Dev: Winning Entertainment Group Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
After 34 years in the shadows, prepare to see this legendary action adventure in a new light! Looking and playing better than ever before, Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is Tengo Project’s remake of a cult classic, that the fans have been waiting for.
Why similar: Ninja 53.2% ★, Retro 14.3%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Action 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%
- #32 MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
73% matchVery Positive94% of 2,405 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.6%, 1990's 18%, Retro 13.1%, Action 10.8%, Arcade 7.5%
- #33 Retro Endurance 8bit
75% matchVery Positive100% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: zsKnight
Windows
Created by zsKnight of ZSNES is this really neat retro game collection containing a fun shuffler story mode and a challenging arcade mode. Features 52 different 8bit style games which includes local competitive multiplayer and various different game modes to play and enjoy.
Why similar: Retro 34.9%, Arcade 30.7%, Action 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, 2D 7.6%
- #34 Trash Horror Collection 4
75% matchVery Positive84% of 115 reviews2024
Dev: 616 GAMES
Windows
This collection includes 7 games that will bring you 80s trash movie vibes. Plus a story mode including all games in a unique, bizarre and bloody story!
Why similar: 1980s 29.8%, 1990's 21.9%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Retro 11.8%, Adventure 9.3%
- #35 Chaos Faction Legacy Collection
73% matchVery Positive94% of 205 reviews2025
Dev: George "EON" EadePub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Chaos Faction and Chaos Faction 2, both in their original format, return in the Chaos Faction Legacy Collection. Experience the frantic action that helped define the earliest generation of brawlers. Master arenas, outmaneuver foes, unlock new characters, and relive the legacy of Chaos Faction.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.8%, Retro 23.4%, Action 10.5%, PvP 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #36 Dragon Climax
76% matchVery Positive84% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: SEEP
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A retro action martial arts game inspired by classics, like Kung Fu Master and Shinobi with modern elements!
Why similar: 1980s 19%, Retro 15.1%, 1990's 14.8%, Action 14.1%, Adventure 13.6%
- #37 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: Odaclick Game StudioPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Dominate the dojo in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, a pixel art beat ‘em up adventure. Grab your friends for local co-op multiplayer and dive into the classic The Karate Kid journey with retro-style gameplay, dynamic combat, and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.2%, Martial Arts 18.3% ★, Arcade 15%, Action 11.4%, Retro 9%
- #38 Capcom Fighting Collection
71% matchVery Positive91% of 996 reviews2022
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Arcade 28.2%, 1990's 26.5%, Action 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Retro 7.4%
- #39 Breakers Collection
72% matchVery Positive92% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: 1990's 25.8%, Arcade 21.5%, Retro 17.9%, PvP 9.4%, Action 9%
- #40 Castlevania Anniversary Collection
73% matchVery Positive81% of 2,186 reviews2019
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.
Why similar: Retro 28.3%, Action 20.7%, 1980s 19.3%, Adventure 18.4%, 2D 6.8%
- #41 Castlevania Dominus Collection
69% matchVery Positive95% of 2,570 reviews2024
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 29.3%, Retro 23.2%, Exploration 16.2%, Action 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #42 UFO 50
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,224 reviews2024
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
UFO 50 is a collection of 50 single and multiplayer games that span a variety of genres, from platformers and shoot 'em ups to puzzle games, roguelites, and RPGs. Our goal is to combine a familiar 8-bit aesthetic with new ideas and modern game design.
Why similar: Retro 26.5%, 1980s 21.5%, Arcade 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 9%
- #43 Commando Collection
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,531 reviews2024
Dev: Macrojoy
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A reboot of classic 2D side-scrolling shooters, featuring a new Survival Mode and Workshop system. Fight as a WWII Allied soldier across diverse battlefields with imaginative weapons. Survival Mode brings fresh enemies, epic bosses, and new challenges—relive childhood memories with a twist!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39%, Arcade 14.3%, 1980s 13.9%, 1990's 9.2%, Action 7.3%
- #44 Gekido Kintaro's Revenge
74% matchMixed69% of 52 reviews2019
Dev: Naps Team
Windows
A timeless classic
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.7%, Action 14.4%, Retro 13.2%, Arcade 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #45 The Making of Karateka
69% matchVery Positive98% of 125 reviews2023
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Play the history. Go behind the scenes of Jordan Mechner's landmark game Karateka in this interactive documentary from Digital Eclipse, with archival materials, video features, and more. Experience pixel-perfect versions of this legendary game, with all-new features.
Why similar: 1980s 49.1%, Action 22%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, 2D 7.7%, Combat 6.4%
- #46 Swords & Bones
71% matchVery Positive93% of 82 reviews2021
Dev: SEEP
Windows
Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!
Why similar: Retro 22.8%, Action 22.1%, Adventure 21.3%, Arcade 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #47 Rocket Knight Adventures: Re-Sparked
70% matchMixed68% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: Limited Run Games, Inc.Pub: KONAMI
Windows
Rocket Knight Adventures:Re-Sparked has 3 games. This collection immerses players in these thrilling classic titles on Steam.
Why similar: Action 71.2%, 2D 26.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #48 3dSen PC
67% matchVery Positive91% of 544 reviews2025
Dev: Geod Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
3dSen is a unique emulator that transforms NES games into stunning 3D voxel dioramas. Relive your favorite retro titles like never before!
Why similar: 1980s 30.5%, 1990's 22.6%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #49 COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND
71% matchMostly Positive80% of 184 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 199.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Experience the origins of the SaGa series with the COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND, the first complete port of these hugely popular titles with new enhancements!
Why similar: 1980s 38.8%, 1990's 28.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Exploration 11.6%, 2D 7.2%
- #50 Fight'N Rage
70% matchVery Positive91% of 3,147 reviews2017
Dev: sebagamesdev
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.1%, Arcade 14.2%, Retro 13.3%, Action 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #51 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,570 reviews2014
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Retro 41.9%, Pixel Graphics 20%, Adventure 11.2%, Action 10.4%, 2D 10.2%
- #52 Streets of Rage 4
67% matchVery Positive92% of 19,149 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 65.5%, Action 10.9%, Arcade 9.8%, Retro 7%, 2D 3.7%
- #53 198X
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,131 reviews2019
Dev: Hi-Bit Studios
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Part 1 of arcade epic 198X. A coming-of-age story told through multiple games and genres. Experience the thrill of shooting, driving, jumping, fighting and role-playing in 5 full-blown arcade stages – combined with cinematic pixel-art storytelling.
Why similar: 1980s 30%, Beat 'em up 28.7%, Retro 19.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #54 9 Monkeys of Shaolin
68% matchVery Positive86% of 898 reviews2020
Dev: Sobaka StudioPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.
Why similar: Ninja 36% ★, Beat 'em up 23%, Martial Arts 15.2% ★, 1990's 10.8%, Retro 7.7%
- #55 Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration
67% matchVery Positive92% of 537 reviews2022
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Atari
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration takes players on an interactive journey through 50 years of video games via interviews with designers, developers and industry leaders, documentary footage, product design documents, high-res original artwork, and a curated list of more than 90 playable games.
Why similar: 1980s 32.8%, Retro 18.1%, Arcade 15.9%, Exploration 8.7%, PvP 7.1%
- #56 Sonic Origins
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,806 reviews2022
Dev: Sonic TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles, including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!
Why similar: Retro 29.3%, Action 15.1%, Adventure 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Arcade 10.9%
- #57 Decision Legacy Collection
64% matchVery Positive81% of 167 reviews2025
Dev: FlyAnvilPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
All the games in the classic Decision series bundled together. From the zombie-ravaged streets of the original Decision to the brutal medieval battlegrounds of Decision Medieval, this collection delivers the raw, blood-soaked combat, base building, and survival gameplay that hooked Flash game fans.
Why similar: Action 46.8%, Adventure 37.6%, Combat 13.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%