- #1 Rotwood
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 8,109 reviews2026
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The world has been thrown into chaos, and it's up to you and your friends to battle the corrupted beasts of the Rotwood. Upgrade your gear, choose your preferred weapon, and hone your skills to defend your safe haven.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 30%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Online Co-Op 10%, Co-op 9%
- #2 Wendigo Blue
96% matchVery Positive91% of 139 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 36.4%, Action RPG 21%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Retro 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #3 Bravery and Greed
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,040 reviews2022
Dev: Rekka GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Bravery and Greed is a beat 'em up, roguelite, dungeon brawler for up to four players. Choose from four classic fantasy classes, engage in a deep robust combat system, and play a variety of co-operative and competitive game modes with friends via local, online or both. Get rich, or die trying!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 26.4%, Hack and Slash 18%, Loot 14.5%, Action RPG 11.3%, Local Co-Op 7.6%
- #4 Hammerwatch
95% matchVery Positive89% of 6,502 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.8%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Co-op 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #5 Infected Shelter
94% matchVery Positive85% of 534 reviews2019
Dev: Dark Blue Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.6%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Loot 16.1%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Co-op 7.2%
- #6 MannaRites
94% matchVery Positive91% of 300 reviews2020
Dev: DamonWall
Windows · Linux
Fantasy beat'em'up with a bit of RPG flavor and couch co-op. Explore open map, fight brutal enemies, find and equip weapons, armor and artifacts, make your hero stronger by gaining experience and learning unique perks and combat moves!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Hack and Slash 17.8%, Action RPG 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #7 Charlie Murder
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,874 reviews2017
Dev: Ska Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
It’s a punk rock apocalypse! Team up with your friends to lead embattled punk rock band Charlie Murder in their epic quest to save the world from rival death metalers Gore Quaffer and their legions of evil.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.6%, Co-op 12%, Online Co-Op 7.6%, Local Co-Op 6.9%, Violent 5.4%
- #8 Brigands
92% matchMostly Positive94% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Simon RinfretPub: Azooloom
Windows
Brigands is a “top-down hack and slash / beat 'em up adventure” game set in a medieval fantasy world. A local co-op game for casual gamers who like high intensity challenges for short periods of time. You can play from 1 to 4 players on a single computer.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.5%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Beat 'em up 17.5%, Loot 13.3%, Local Co-Op 12.1%
- #9 Machina Blade
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Guilda Entertainment
Windows
In Machina Blade what matters the most is your skill. Choose a character and fight your way through hordes of Machinas in this short game with up to four players on local co-op.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 25%, Hack and Slash 22.6%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Co-op 6%
- #10 Ember Knights
90% matchVery Positive94% of 6,912 reviews2023
Dev: Doom TurtlePub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.1%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Online Co-Op 16.8%, Co-op 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #11 Deathless: Survivors
91% matchMixed59% of 201 reviews2024
Dev: OneTwoPlay
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Embark on an online co-op Survival Roguelite adventure. Team up with friends, slash through endless waves of foes, conquer formidable bosses, fulfill quests, craft potent weapons, and unlock unique characters!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.1%, Action RPG 25.6%, Online Co-Op 22.8%, Co-op 12.9%, RPG 4.5%
- #12 Towerborne
87% matchMixed66% of 1,530 reviews2026
Dev: StoicPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Towerborne is an exciting side-scrolling Action RPG Brawler. As an immortal warrior journey across a crumbling world, uncover the mystery of the fallen City of Numbers, and push back the corruption threatening humanity’s survival.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22%, Loot 21.9%, Action RPG 15%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, Online Co-Op 9.6%
- #13 Riverbond
89% matchVery Positive83% of 158 reviews2019
Dev: Cococucumber
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Riverbond is a ‘shoot-and-slash’ dungeon crawler with solo and couch co-op play, set in a stunning voxel world.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Local Co-Op 25.6%, Co-op 15.1%, Retro 12.9%, Action RPG 12.5%
- #14 Bloody Zombies
89% matchMixed64% of 101 reviews2017
Dev: Paw Print Games Ltd.Pub: nDreams
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fight across the ruins of London using carefully refined Free-Form Combat, taking down a terrifying variety of mutated zombies with an expanding special move-set. Created for 1-4 players, for online and offline play, Bloody Zombies is also enhanced with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.8%, Local Co-Op 22.4%, Co-op 12.9%, Violent 10.4%, Multiplayer 7.2%
- #15 MIGHT'N MOW'EM: CO-OP SURVIVORS ONLINE
88% matchMixed61% of 177 reviews2022
Dev: ELEET GAMES
Windows · Linux
Multiplayer Survivors: Meet MIGHT’N MOW’EM. Mow thousands of enemies with an ever-growing arsenal of weapons and magic, solo or with friends. Classes, upgrades, ultimates, quests, and group buffs add a rewarding meta game to a dopamine-filled core loop.
Why similar: Action RPG 19.5%, Hack and Slash 18.7%, Online Co-Op 14.2%, Retro 11.7%, Co-op 11.3%
- #16 Night Slashers: Remake
86% matchMixed66% of 174 reviews2024
Dev: Storm Trident S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat 'em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.7%, Hack and Slash 25.7%, 2D 4.5%, Co-op 3.5%, Action 3.3%
- #17 Mayhem Brawler
86% matchVery Positive89% of 875 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 43.2%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Co-op 11.6%, Retro 10.6%, Multiplayer 5.8%
- #18 Full Metal Furies
85% matchVery Positive91% of 2,915 reviews2018
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.8%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Co-op 14.3%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, Action RPG 8%
- #19 Hammerwatch Anniversary Edition
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 254 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Choose between seven hero classes, each with unique capabilities. Brave hordes of deadly creatures alone, or band together with your noblest of champions in co-op mode available both online and locally. Take on the challenges in three different campaigns, or build your own custom scenario.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.3%, Action RPG 23.2%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Co-op 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #20 Knights of Braveland
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 314 reviews2023
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.5%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Online Co-Op 13.6%, Co-op 9.3%
- #21 Arson and Plunder: Unleashed
84% 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 57.3%, Local Co-Op 31.9%, Action 5.7%, Indie 5.1%
- #22 Wulverblade
82% matchVery Positive80% of 227 reviews2018
Dev: Fully IllustratedPub: Darkwind Media
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.7%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Violent 16.3%, Co-op 6.5%, Action 4.8%
- #23 Grim Dawn
80% matchVery Positive94% of 106,543 reviews2016
Dev: Crate Entertainment
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 65.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Enter an apocalyptic fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction, iron is valued above gold and trust is hard earned. This ARPG features complex character development, hundreds of unique items, crafting and quests with choice & consequence.
Why similar: Action RPG 58.9%, Loot 18.7%, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Co-op 3%, RPG 2%
- #24 Absolum
78% matchVery Positive92% of 10,150 reviews2025
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 7.7 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 40.5%, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Hack and Slash 12.1%, Co-op 9.1%, Online Co-Op 6.2%
- #25 Maximus 2: Street Gladiators
81% matchVery Positive92% of 62 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 29.7%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Hack and Slash 17.7%, Online Co-Op 13.2%, Demons 10.2%
- #26 Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem
81% matchMixed56% of 67,885 reviews2020
Dev: WOLCEN Studio
Windows
Median: 16.2 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Carve your path in this Hack’n’Slash free from class boundaries. Purify a world shattered by corruption, and uncover the grim secrets and forgotten horrors lurking in the shadows of this forsaken land as you rise in Power. Your Inner aspect beckons—will you answer?
Why similar: Loot 27.9%, Hack and Slash 23.8%, Action RPG 21.2%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Online Co-Op 5%
- #27 Vengeance Hunters
79% 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 39%, Local Co-Op 21.6%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Multiplayer 7.3%
- #28 Rampage Knights
79% matchVery Positive93% of 3,609 reviews2015
Dev: Rake in Grass
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rampage Knights is a cooperative beat 'em up game mixed up with randomized dungeon crawling and exploration, which you can play alone or with a friend online.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.7%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Co-op 14.5%, Online Co-Op 10.3%, Hack and Slash 6.5%
- #29 Dusty Revenge:Co-Op Edition
82% matchMixed40% of 228 reviews2014
Dev: PD Design Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 47.9%, Local Co-Op 26.3%, Co-op 14.1%, Action 6.4%, 2D 3.3%
- #30 Streets of Red : Devil's Dare Deluxe
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 258 reviews2019
Dev: Secret Base
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Welcome to Streets of Red: Devil's Dare Deluxe, the permadeath multiplayer horror beat'em up that bestows players with the skills of retro gaming heroes in a fight against a legion of undead monstrosities. The chills, thrills, bills, and opportunity to learn new skills won't stop until every street runs red with blood!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 34.1%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Violent 10.3%, Retro 8.4%
- #31 Coridden
75% matchVery Positive89% of 511 reviews2025
Dev: AftnareldPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Become the ultimate shapeshifter in this hack n’ slash ARPG with action-based combat. Transform seamlessly and customize both your human and beast powers as you level up, find new gear and DNA-strands. Venture out solo or in co-op to uncover the secrets sealed inside a legendary city.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Action RPG 18%, Online Co-Op 16.3%, Co-op 10.2%
- #32 Heroes of Hammerwatch
76% matchVery Positive87% of 9,491 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.
Why similar: Co-op 22%, Online Co-Op 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Multiplayer 11.5%
- #33 Tor Eternum
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: Sorcerous Gaming
Windows
Explore the enigmatic Tor Eternum with up to 10 friends in this frenetic online co-op action RPG. Customize your character as you level up, explore the halls of the Tower, and overcome billions of different procedurally generated bosses.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.5%, Action RPG 19.7%, Online Co-Op 15.4%, Co-op 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #34 Labyrinth Legend
77% 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: Hack and Slash 25.4%, Action RPG 21.1%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Co-op 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #35 Victor Vran ARPG
76% matchVery Positive86% of 6,443 reviews2015
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Victor Vran is the isometric action-RPG where your skill is just as essential as your character build and gear. Experience intense combat action: dodge, jump and unleash powerful skills to finish off your enemies!
Why similar: Action RPG 26.1%, Hack and Slash 25.3%, Loot 17.5%, Co-op 8.1%, Local Co-Op 7.3%
- #36 Powerlust
74% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Bart Mamzer
Windows
Old school action RPG. Travel through an open world, design your own character class and feed your LUST for POWER by crushing your foes. Bonus replayability thanks to procedural generation, tons of abilities and items. Optional permadeath for hardcore roguelike fans!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.3%, Action RPG 25.7%, Loot 20.2%, Online Co-Op 7.9%, Co-op 7%
- #37 Otherworld Legends
73% matchMixed66% of 1,658 reviews2024
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A "blood-pumping, face-bashing" roguelike brawler. Master heroes of your choice, craft uniquely broken builds, and hack & pummel through a myriad of dungeons in a thrilling rampage.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 30.9%, Co-op 17.5%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Multiplayer 9.9%
- #38 Death Tales
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Arcade Distillery
Windows
Play as a new reaper, completing quests, collecting spells, and gathering equipment to fight through hordes of enemies in this grim but whimsical 2D adventure!
Why similar: Action RPG 28.4%, Local Co-Op 26.1%, Co-op 15.1%, Hack and Slash 13.3%, RPG 5.1%
- #39 Hero Siege
74% matchMixed67% of 46,864 reviews2014
Dev: Panic Art Studios Ltd
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 25.4%, Action RPG 23.1%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Co-op 9%
- #40 Tonight We Riot
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 566 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Pushers Union 512Pub: Means Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.6%, Retro 13.3%, Co-op 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 9.4%
- #41 There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,031 reviews2022
Dev: ZelartPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Battle your way through the grim Underground world in this brutal action-adventure RPG. Exterminate hordes of enemies, fight dangerous bosses and explore the world the way you want!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.8%, Action RPG 31.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, RPG 6.3%, 2D 4.4%
- #42 Mist Slayer
72% matchMixed66% of 378 reviews2023
Dev: Moju Games
Windows
Mist Slayer is an action Roguelite game. You are a time traveling hero, called to aid in a mystical war, and armed with unique weapons and skills. Face down amazing enemies in parallel universes, collecting various power-ups, and exploring as you go. Play alone or team up with friends.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.2%, Online Co-Op 26%, Co-op 20.6%, Multiplayer 12.4%, RPG 5.5%
- #43 Dungeons of Sundaria
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,450 reviews2023
Dev: Industry Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Adventure through epic dungeons facing fearsome creatures either solo or with a group of friends. Master your class, loot everything, and destroy the foul creatures of the deep! Will you become a hero of legend?
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.8%, Action RPG 19.4%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Online Co-Op 10.9%, Co-op 9.6%
- #44 Ghostlore
70% matchVery Positive81% of 746 reviews2023
Dev: Andrew TeoPub: AT-AT Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Loot 24.6%, Hack and Slash 19%, Action RPG 16.7%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Co-op 7.8%
- #45 Blightbound
71% matchMixed63% of 1,264 reviews2021
Dev: Ronimo GamesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Blightbound is a multiplayer dungeon crawler that tasks three heroes to venture down from their mountain refuge to face the abominations of the Blight - a mysterious and corrupting fog that enshrouds the land.
Why similar: Loot 27.8%, Hack and Slash 15.5%, Co-op 13.7%, Action RPG 12.1%, Online Co-Op 7.7%
- #46 Estencel
71% matchMixed65% of 161 reviews2023
Dev: Rone Vine
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Atmospheric souls-like. Fight enemies and bosses and explore the gloomy city.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Action RPG 24.4%, Online Co-Op 20.7%, Co-op 11.9%, Multiplayer 9.6%
- #47 Lost Castle / 失落城堡
70% matchVery Positive87% of 23,888 reviews2016
Dev: Hunter StudioPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lost Castle is an action RPG beat'em up with roguelike elements and randomized dungeons for up to four players online and local!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.9%, Loot 22.5%, Hack and Slash 19.2%, Action RPG 15.6%, Multiplayer 6%
- #48 Sacred Citadel
72% matchMixed69% of 1,194 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 48.7%, Local Co-Op 19.7%, Co-op 8.4%, Online Co-Op 7.3%, Hack and Slash 6.1%
- #49 Immortal Hunters
69% matchMixed65% of 136 reviews2025
Dev: Admiral GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
God is dead, killed by a mighty Church that conquered the world with his power. Now, it faces the Apocalypse. Experience it in an RPG beat 'em up as one of its Immortal Hunters. Defy fate, expose the lies of the Cardinals, and find a reborn God before the Khemrids destroy humanity.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.9%, Online Co-Op 16.1%, Co-op 13.7%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Violent 8.3%
- #50 Umigame
67% matchVery Positive84% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Nimblegames
Windows
Embody a water spirit and fight through a corrupted world in this action co-op roguelite for 1-2 players. Take on hordes of enemies and terrifying bosses, summon Guardians, and become stronger with every run.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.8%, Action RPG 21.4%, Online Co-Op 19.7%, Co-op 9.8%, Multiplayer 8.2%
- #51 Dungeon Rampage
65% matchVery Positive92% of 3,284 reviews2025
Dev: Gamebreaking Studios
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle your way to victory in this 1-4 player co-op hack-n-slash dungeon crawler. Play as a dynamic cast of heroes slicing their way through dungeons, earning weapons and loot. Rampage past a gauntlet of enemies and destruction to end the evil Lord Dinglepus' reign!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.6%, Action RPG 20.7%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, Co-op 13.8%, Multiplayer 10.1%
- #52 Hammerwatch II
69% matchMixed62% of 2,210 reviews2023
Dev: CrackshellPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.2%, Action RPG 22.7%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Co-op 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #53 Dungeons of the Fallen
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2019
Dev: Krystian Weselski
Windows
Weave spells, grab epic loot and kill hordes of enemies in an epic tale of the rise of the Fallen King. Also make sure You won't get crushed by merciless bosses while you're at it.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.8%, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Action RPG 17.9%, Co-op 9.5%, RPG 9.1%
- #54 Fallen Angel
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 165 reviews2020
Dev: Matrioshka GamesPub: V Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Tossed aside and cast out. It's time to claim your birthright. Rise as Lucifer and battle the armies of the afterlife and ascend through the weird and warped realms of heaven and claim vengeance.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Local Co-Op 14%, Action RPG 13.7%, Demons 10.5%
- #55 Crimson Dawn
68% matchMixed65% of 380 reviews2023
Dev: Purple Lake
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Crimson Dawn is a roguelite horde survival game with RPG elements. Recruit mercenaries and survive 5 stages by fighting the hordes of evil. Unlock more characters and weapons with unique abilities. Carve your path to stop the hordes of evil once and for all!
Why similar: Action RPG 47.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, RPG 10.2%, 2D 7%, Action 5.9%
- #56 Dungreed
66% matchVery Positive93% of 9,557 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 43.4%, Loot 14.1%, Action 9.7%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 6.3%
- #57 DUSK
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,288 reviews2018
Dev: David SzymanskiPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
Why similar: Retro 83.2%, Action 9.5%, Singleplayer 7.3%
- #58 Stolen Realm Survivors
66% matchMixed65% of 148 reviews2026
Dev: Burst2Flame Games
Windows
An online co-op survivor-like auto-shooter set in the world of Stolen Realm. Battle relentless hordes of enemies, discover powerful artifacts, modify unique skills, and build unstoppable combos to survive. Play solo or with friends and unleash the full power of the Realm.
Why similar: Loot 22.6%, Hack and Slash 20.1%, Action RPG 18%, Online Co-Op 15.3%, Co-op 10.8%
- #59 Bound By Blades
67% matchVery Positive83% of 151 reviews2022
Dev: ZethPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Bound By Blades is an Indie Action-RPG with a focus on intense boss battles. Experience the thrill of Boss Rushes with the wholesomeness of a cozy Indie RPG as you confront ferocious foes, collect loot, and craft epic gear to fortify yourself for the challenges ahead, solo or in 2 player co-op!
Why similar: Action RPG 24.1%, Online Co-Op 18%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Co-op 14.7%, Multiplayer 7.2%
- #60 Archvale
65% matchVery Positive89% of 2,382 reviews2021
Dev: idoz & phopsPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take up your weapon in this RPG bullet-hell world and embark on a journey to right wrongs from long ago. Only you can defeat the evil forces of the Undying guardians and reunite the world with the fabled Archvale.
Why similar: Action RPG 31.4%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Co-op 13.8%, Action 5.5%