- #1 Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
97% matchVery Positive81% of 1,967 reviews2013
Dev: Iron Galaxy StudiosPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara brings reworkings of two of Capcom’s classic arcade hits - Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom and Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow over Mystara – together in one definitive digital package.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 49.1%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Arcade 13.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Action 4.5%
- #2 Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
96% matchVery Positive86% of 1,587 reviews2023
Dev: Secret BasePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35%, Local Co-Op 19%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Action 3.8%
- #3 The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 74 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 27.9%, 2D Fighter 27.5%, Side Scroller 14%, Arcade 9.6%, Local Co-Op 8.1%
- #4 Chaos Faction Legacy Collection
95% matchVery Positive94% of 218 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: 2D Fighter 37.6%, Beat 'em up 31.1%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%, Action 5.2%
- #5 King's Blade
94% matchVery Positive88% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Alexey Suslin
Windows
King's Blade - a classic Beat 'em up, inspired by the universe of Conan the Barbarian and games like Golden Axe and Streets of Rage.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #6 Sacred Citadel
94% matchMixed69% of 1,192 reviews2013
Dev: SouthendPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Sharpen your axe, string your bow, brew your potions! Ancaria needs heroes like you. Grab your friends to join the resistance!The once peaceful land of Ancaria is in grave danger. The evil Ashen empire has enslaved its population and is using the orc-like Grimmoc to wipe out the Seraphim, who swore to protect it.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.9%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Action 8%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%
- #7 Roar of Revenge
93% matchVery Positive93% of 60 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 38.1%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Arcade 14.9%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Action 7.2%
- #8 Vengeance Hunters
92% matchVery Positive86% of 65 reviews2024
Dev: Nalua Studio SLU
Windows
Vengeance Hunters is an adrenaline fueled Neo-Geo hardware developed beat’em’up that lets you and a friend in local co-op fight mutants, zombies, punks, gangsters, lab techs with bombs (you read that correctly), suited mystery men, cyborgs and more across multiple stages, sublevels and secret areas.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.4%, 2D Fighter 24.7%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Arcade 8.3%
- #9 Little Fighter 2 Remastered
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,775 reviews2025
Dev: Little Fighter Co Pty Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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: 2D Fighter 35.7%, Beat 'em up 30.9%, Arcade 11%, Action 5.5%, Local Co-Op 5.4%
- #10 Double Dragon: Neon
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,555 reviews2014
Dev: WayForwardPub: Midnight City
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.7%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Arcade 8.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%, Local Co-Op 7%
- #11 Fighting Force Collection
90% matchVery Positive82% of 81 reviews2026
Dev: Implicit ConversionsPub: Limited Run Games
Windows
The legendary 3D beat 'em up is back: Fighting Force!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.6%, Local Co-Op 27.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Action 8.5%, Retro 4.4%
- #12 Shrine's Legacy
88% matchVery Positive87% of 181 reviews2025
Dev: Positive Concept GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-era inspired, 16-bit RPG set in the magical world of Ardemia. Follow a pair of heroes as they try to unite the elements of magic, restore the Sword of Shrine, and save the world in both single player and couch/local co-op action.
Why similar: Action RPG 22.7%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 20.4%, Action-Adventure 13%, Magic 11.6%
- #13 Mayhem Brawler
89% matchVery Positive89% of 864 reviews2021
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Mayhem Brawler is an urban fantasy themed beat 'em up that brings back the 90s arcade vibe to present day. With comic book style art and kick-ass soundtracks, it offers a unique experience that you can tackle solo or as co-op with friends while defining the next step in the story with your choices.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 12%, Arcade 9.3%
- #14 The Legend of Tianding
87% matchVery Positive94% of 4,297 reviews2021
Dev: Creative Games Computer Graphics CorporationPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.7%, Side Scroller 30.3%, Action 6.8%, 2D 6.6%, Combat 4.7%
- #15 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
89% matchMixed41% of 227 reviews2014
Dev: PD Design Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Revenge will consume you, but redemption will push you to your breaking point.Play as Dusty, a multi- weapon wielding warrior ready to face loads of outlawed criminals, dangerous creatures and the ruthless evil villain that rules them all.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.7%, Local Co-Op 25.4%, Action 13.4%, Side Scroller 10.2%, 2D 5.1%
- #16 Wendigo Blue
85% matchVery Positive91% of 137 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: Beat 'em up 43.5%, Action RPG 25.3%, Action 7.5%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, 2D 5.6%
- #17 I Am The Hero
86% matchVery Positive82% of 544 reviews2017
Dev: Crazyant
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
I Am The Hero is a pixel art, beat 'em up, fighting game that tells the story of a "Hero" with a glorious but mysterious past. Is he the hero he thinks he is or is there a another side to this legendary figure?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 62.8%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Action 12.5%, 2D 6.1%, RPG 0.7%
- #18 Warlocks vs Shadows
86% matchMixed60% of 283 reviews2015
Dev: Frozen DistrictPub: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Slay monsters. Defeat epic bosses. Collect magical gear. Become a Warlock and save the universe.
Why similar: Action RPG 70.3%, Action 26.8%, RPG 1.8%, Indie 1.1%
- #19 Maximus 2: Street Gladiators
84% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Four Fats
Windows · Mac
A fantasy beat-em-up that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.1%, Local Co-Op 22.4%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Arcade 12%, Magic 7.6%
- #20 Age of Barbarians Chronicles
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
A brutal Action RPG in pure Sword & Sorcery style. Lead King Xodan and the Oracle Queen Yanah in their desperate quest to save their people and free their daughter Sharyn from Zordax the Inhuman. Live an epic Sword & Sorcery tale inspired by the fantasy classics of the 1980s.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.7%, Beat 'em up 31.3%, Action RPG 19%, Action 5.6%, Local Co-Op 5.5%
- #21 Double Dragon IV
84% matchMixed59% of 812 reviews2017
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
The classical side-scroll action game, "Double Dragon" series' newest sequel! A new legend begins!!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.6%, Action 17.4%, Local Co-Op 15%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Retro 7.1%
- #22 Absolum
79% matchVery Positive92% of 9,812 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fight as the outcast heroes of Talamh in a fierce battle to retake magic from Sun King Azra’s grasp in Absolum, an original roguelite beat ‘em up by Dotemu.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.7%, Local Co-Op 24.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Action-Adventure 6.6%, Arcade 5.4%
- #23 LUNAR Remastered Collection
80% matchVery Positive92% of 596 reviews2025
Dev: ASHIBI Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Dive into the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete! Tag along on Alex and Hiro's quests and challenge enemies like the Magic Emperor and God of Destruction to save the world from dire peril in two adventures set 1000 years apart from each other!
Why similar: Dragons 38.6% ★, Magic 38.2%, 2D 11.1%, Retro 5.2%, Combat 4.6%
- #24 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
82% matchMixed60% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Cradle GamesPub: GameMill Entertainment
Windows
Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through 4 player local co-op
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.5%, Beat 'em up 26.8%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Local Co-Op 8.7%
- #25 Okinawa Rush
81% matchVery Positive84% of 144 reviews2021
Dev: Sokaikan ltd
Windows
Take on the role of the martial arts master Hiro, Meilin, or Shin as they face off in a desperate fight for their lives against the Black Mantis clan. DOUBLE THE MAYHEM: Bring a friend and battle against ninjas, demons, and more in the 2-player local co-op mode of this action-adventure platformer.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.9%, Beat 'em up 28.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Arcade 9.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
- #26 Arson and Plunder: Unleashed
83% matchMixed47% of 127 reviews2015
Dev: Chainsaw Syndicate
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.9%, Local Co-Op 31.5%, Action 12.1%, Indie 0.4%
- #27 Hidden Dragon: Legend
81% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2018
Dev: MegaFun Games Ltd.Pub: GAMEPOCH
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Hidden Dragon is 2.5D action platformer taking place in Imperial China, combining classic platform action with fast-paced combo fighting, harkening back to classics like Ninja Gaiden, The Devil May Cry and Shinobi.
Why similar: Action 97.5%, Indie 2.5%
- #28 Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
78% matchMixed62% of 1,165 reviews2025
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: 2D Fighter 43.2%, Dragons 29.6% ★, Arcade 13.5%, Action 4.8%, 2D 4.8%
- #29 Fortune Summoners: Secret of the Elemental Stone
79% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2020
Dev: Lizsoft
Windows
A 2D side-scrolling pixel art action RPG featuring advanced AI companions that fight and move on their own. A heartfelt story about children’s daily lives and small adventures in a world of swords and magic.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.9%, Beat 'em up 23.3%, Action RPG 16.6%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Magic 5.7%
- #30 Double Dragon Advance
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 87 reviews2023
Dev: I.T.L.Pub: Arc System Works
Windows
The crown jewel of the Double Dragon series gets a highly anticipated revival! Experience familiar enemies and stages from throughout the series!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Action 10.9%, 2D 5.2%
- #31 Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle
77% matchVery Positive88% of 1,443 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.5 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 64.8%, Arcade 13.4%, Side Scroller 5.6%, Action 5.6%, Local Co-Op 5.1%
- #32 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
76% matchVery Positive88% of 1,004 reviews2022
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 3.1 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: 2D Fighter 30.7%, Beat 'em up 23.2%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%
- #33 Blade & Sword 2: Ancient Legend
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Beijing Pixel Software Technology Joint-Stock Co.,Ltd.Pub: Beijing Happy Entertainment Technology
Windows
This game is an action-adventure RPG game that unfolds around an ancient Chinese mythology. 40 years after the defeat of the Emperor Jo, Chiyou's spirit, which had been suppressed for 3000 years was once causing trouble again.
Why similar: Action RPG 57.8%, Action 16.8%, 2D 11.7%, Retro 10.5%, Combat 1.9%
- #34 RUSHING BEAT X: Return Of Brawl Brothers
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
The legendary beat ’em up series from Jaleco returns. Master trained fighters take on a rising evil with raw strength and refined technique. Built around easy-to-use auto-combos, the game lets skilled players weave powerful strings for exhilarating combat. Let your fists burn with fury once more.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.5%, Side Scroller 21%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Arcade 9.9%
- #35 Shaolin vs Wutang Legends
74% matchVery Positive97% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: J.Bowman
Windows
The continuation of the Shaolin vs Wutang series, this game is yet another indie love letter to martial arts and classic Kung Fu films. Designed for casual gaming fans, it’s not aimed at hardcore fighting game players.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 43.2%, Beat 'em up 34.3%, Action 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Retro 2.6%
- #36 River City: Rival Showdown
77% matchMixed54% of 185 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: Beat 'em up 43.2%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Action 7.1%, 2D 5.5%
- #37 Sonny Legacy Collection
73% matchVery Positive91% of 356 reviews2024
Dev: Krin JuangbhanichPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Sonny 1 and Sonny 2 team up in the Sonny Legacy Collection. Traverse a story-rich world where strategy meets supernatural in a quest for identity and survival. Master tactical turn-based combat and discover the truth behind Sonny's resurrection in these classic RPGs.
Why similar: Magic 70.6%, 2D 22.1%, RPG 5.4%, Indie 1.8%
- #38 JIAN YING JIANG HU
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 137 reviews2026
Dev: Another GamesPub: CYSTUDIO
Windows
The story opens with a family massacre, telling the chaotic Wuxia world under the darkness, you will play a warrior, out of the family door, set foot on the heroic river lake road of chivalrousness, to save the Central plains of the wind and rain.
Why similar: Action RPG 25%, Side Scroller 23%, Action-Adventure 16.6%, Drama 12.9%, Action 12%
- #39 The Last Ninja Collection + Bonus Games
71% matchVery Positive98% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: System 3 Software
Windows
A tribute to the golden era of Retro gaming that brings together 7 iconic titles for the first time. This is more than a collection; it's a celebration of gaming history and the preservation of pioneering games from the '80's & '90's allowing you to relive the C64, Amiga and Spectrum versions.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.1%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 8.4%, Retro 6%
- #40 Calturin and Clone
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 154 reviews2020
Dev: Lasse Zacho Malver
Windows
Calturin and Clone is a 2D co-op action RPG where you can either play as a lone adventurer or with a fellow wizard. Mainly focused on difficult boss fights and other challenging encounters that are not combat, Calturin and Clone will test you and your friend's skills to the limit.
Why similar: Dragons 45.4% ★, Action-Adventure 23.3%, Magic 17.9%, Action 7.6%, 2D 5.8%
- #41 Double Dragon Revive
73% matchMixed62% of 179 reviews2025
Dev: YUKE’SPub: Arc System Works
Windows
The world-famous Double Dragon roars back to life!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.2%, Dragons 26.4% ★, Arcade 17.3%, Action 8.1%
- #42 Jianghu Survivor
71% matchVery Positive87% of 1,155 reviews2023
Dev: Surprising Studio
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
This is a light casual game of roguelite with Chinese style. Fight your way out of the monsters, either alone or with a group of three or four friends. Play as different characters, form a unique Build game, defeat the final monster, enjoy killing monsters!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 37.6%, Magic 25.3%, Action 18.3%, 2D 12.1%, Combat 5.2%
- #43 The Legend of Karl
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 311 reviews2021
Dev: Actplus Studio
Windows
The Legend of Karl is a 2.5D hack and slash platformer. You'll master various weapons while exploring the deep diabolical world. A quest struggling between Good and Evil, fight for Justice and what you Believe!
Why similar: Side Scroller 44.9%, Action RPG 42.6%, Action 9%, Combat 2.3%, RPG 0.9%
- #44 Dragonkin: The Banished
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,459 reviews2026
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The draconic threat is once again upon us. Legendary heroes rise up to face the legions from the depths. Tame your wyrmlings, create unique power builds with the Ancestral Grid, expand your city and destroy the Dragons!
Why similar: Action RPG 45.5%, Dragons 42.2% ★, Action 11.4%, RPG 0.7%, Indie 0.2%
- #45 Legacy Of Evil
70% matchVery Positive91% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Uruca Game StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Join legendary RPG heroes in 'Legacy of Evil,' a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up. Battle the sinister Dravlo Stradinic and his dark forces. Upgrade your heroes and face terrifying bosses. Can you defeat the vampire and save Stygia?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.1%, Arcade 26.8%, Action 11.2%, Retro 9.9%, 2D 9.3%
- #46 Fallen City Brawl
69% matchVery Positive80% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Fallen City StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Brawl through the city in hard-hitting pixel art style inspired by arcade classics! Inspired by arcade beat ’em ups of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Fallen City Brawl is a story of ambition and revenge told through intense side-scrolling pixel art action.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.8%, Beat 'em up 29.8%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Local Co-Op 7.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%
- #47 Labyrinth Legend
72% matchVery Positive85% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Shinobi Games
Windows · Mac
Labyrinth Legend is an action RPG with hack and slash elements. Explore the automatically-generated dungeons, collect powerful equipment, and battle against unknown, formidable enemies!
Why similar: Action RPG 32.4%, Local Co-Op 28.9%, Local Multiplayer 26.8%, Action 6.6%, 2D 4.5%
- #48 Unruly Heroes
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 950 reviews2019
Dev: Magic Design Studios
Windows
Median: 2.9 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: Beat 'em up 37.1%, Local Co-Op 21.2%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Action 5.5%
- #49 SnOut 2
70% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top scores in this combination of two classic arcade games, or fight your friends to prove who has the longest SnOut!
Why similar: Arcade 35.6%, Local Multiplayer 26.7%, Action 18.2%, 2D 11.9%, Retro 7.4%
- #50 Cedric & Odious
67% matchVery Positive94% of 77 reviews2025
Dev: Tameem HamouiPub: Cold And Old
Windows · Mac
Battle through a dark fantasy world as a resurrected warrior king. Once loyal friends, you now serve at the mercy of Odious, a brilliant but corrupt sorcerer. Master tactical combat and magical artifacts in this challenging action RPG.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.9%, Beat 'em up 21.6%, Action RPG 20.3%, Action-Adventure 8.8%, Arcade 8.2%
- #51 Fight The Dragon
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,337 reviews2014
Dev: 3 Sprockets
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A COMMUNITY CREATED Hack'n Slash RPG where players can team up and tackle exciting adventures made by other community members in our in-game Adventure Construction Kit - It's DIABLO meets LITTLE BIG PLANET!
Why similar: Dragons 42.7% ★, Local Co-Op 30.3%, Action RPG 21.7%, Action 3.6%, RPG 1.2%
- #52 Lost Castle 2
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 11,140 reviews2024
Dev: Hunter Studio
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Lost Castle 2" is a 2D Beat'em up Rogue-Lite game. Explore abundant treasures and items to enhance yourself, master various weapons to showcase your skills, and challenge powerful monsters to demonstrate your strength. A new adventure is calling for treasure hunters!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.4%, Local Co-Op 30.2%, Action-Adventure 12.1%, Magic 10.6%, Action 5%
- #53 The TakeOver
68% matchVery Positive84% of 1,163 reviews2019
Dev: Pelikan13
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
The Takeover is a side-scrolling beat'em up inspired by 90's classics such as Streets of Rage and Final Fight. Battle solo or alongside a friend in local co-op while listening to awesome tunes from Little V Mills, Richie Branson, James Ronald and industry legend Yuzo Koshiro!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.4%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Arcade 8.9%, Action 5.2%
- #54 Super Retro Fighter
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 87 reviews2021
Dev: Syndrome interactivePub: Cat God Studio
Windows
Classic STG game Have fun with your friends just like your childhood!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 43.6%, Local Multiplayer 28%, Arcade 7.5%, 2D 6.3%, Retro 5.8%
- #55 GLIM
68% matchVery Positive80% of 66 reviews2021
Dev: GLIM STUDIO
Windows
This is an interactive team play game. We could escape from the dragon. But unable to walk away from the suffering friends, we finally decided to return to the dungeon to save them all. Deep in the darkest shadows of the dungeon, we must put our powers together to rescue our friends…
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.3%, Local Multiplayer 27.3%, Dragons 18.5% ★, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Action 7.7%
- #56 Loot Hero DX
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,519 reviews2015
Dev: VaragtP
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A legendary Dragon is haunting the lands. Towns are set ablaze, and its magic power resurrects the evil creatures of the world. A hero is needed to travel to the corners of the lands and slay the beast to restore peace.
Why similar: Dragons 29.8% ★, Action RPG 17.1%, Beat 'em up 17.1%, Side Scroller 12%, Arcade 10.2%
- #57 枝江第一舞斗会
66% matchVery Positive84% of 231 reviews2022
Dev: BK0717Studio
Windows
舞斗会是一款像素风的格斗游戏,休闲有趣有梗。
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.4%, CRPG 17.5%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Action RPG 11.8%, Arcade 9.9%
- #58 Ghostlore
65% matchVery Positive81% of 733 reviews2023
Dev: Andrew TeoPub: AT-AT Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Ghostlore is an 'Eastpunk' Action-RPG where you fight supernatural monsters from Southeast-Asian folklore. Inspired by classic ARPGs such as Diablo 2 and Titan Quest, Ghostlore features detailed item and character customization systems, procedurally generated maps, and awesome 90's retro graphics.
Why similar: Action RPG 41.5%, Local Co-Op 39.5%, Action 9.6%, 2D 8.3%, RPG 0.8%
- #59 The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle
64% matchMixed67% of 4,810 reviews2024
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Make a name for yourself in this old-school Wuxia RPG. Explore the chaotic lands of ancient China and engage in challenging turn-based battles to change the world of kungfu forever.
Why similar: 2D 48.5%, Retro 45.3%, RPG 4.5%, Indie 1.7%