Games Like WarDogs: Red's Return

A former member of the criminal underworld is lured back into “the life” by a mysterious drone claiming they have until sunrise to prevent a citywide criminal takeover together.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47%, Fighting 44.8% ★, Action 6.2%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

The city is in chaos! With crime and corruption around every corner, it’s all down to a team of hard-hitting justice seeking mavericks, to clean up the streets with some tough justice! Raging Justice is a classic beat ‘em up, dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.5%, Fighting 35.6% ★, Arcade 6.8%, Retro 6.5%, Action 4.4%

Become a martial arts master in this survivor-like roguelite inspired by action movies of the ‘80s. Use your fists, feet, and the environment to fight off relentless thugs. Master powerful combos, enhance your skills, and remember: everything around you is a weapon!

Why similar: Fighting 62.2% ★, 2.5D 18.7%, Casual 5.7%, Arcade 4.6%, Retro 4.3%

Fight the gangs of Paris in this action packed Beat'Em up. Up to 4 players can join in, to cooperate, or fight against each other! Many unlockables, game modes, crazy combos and devastating furies await you in this deep fighting game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.5%, Fighting 31.3% ★, 2.5D 16.4%, Retro 5%, Arcade 4.1%

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 62.6%, Fighting 19.3% ★, Arcade 4.8%, Action 4.2%, Retro 3.8%

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

Why similar: Fighting 71.3% ★, Casual 9.5%, Action 8.3%, Retro 6.1%, Indie 4.8%

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 49.7%, Fighting 27.3% ★, Arcade 7.9%, Retro 6.5%, Action 5.7%

Fighters Unleashed is an old school Beat'em up game with a modern look and feel, combos, ninjas, soldiers, zombies, and more. Are you good enought to unleash your power ??

Why similar: Action 64.9%, Indie 35.1%

Embody a hard-boiled detective seeking bloody justice. in an old-school, Korean-style beat-’em-up. Plow through the criminal underworld to find and punish those responsible for his sister's death...before his mind unravels and his vengeance completely destroys him.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 88.6%, Action 10.4%, Singleplayer 1%

A hard-hitting action packed beat ‘em up in the vein of classic arcade titles. Featuring stunning pixel art and a thumping soundtrack with exclusive tracks from Utah Saints! Brawl with bad dudes and tough girls as you fight through dangerous environments.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 59.3%, Fighting 25% ★, Arcade 7.6%, Action 6.4%, Indie 1.3%

Street brawler with a vintage style.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 80.4%, Action 10.8%, Retro 7.7%, Indie 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.3%

"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 45%, Fighting 32.8% ★, Retro 7.6%, Action 5%, Arcade 4.1%

Taking its inspiration from ancient Chinese tales of revenge and retribution and then adding a dash of over-the-top martial arts and old school arcade fun, Kung Fu Strike features 28 stages of fast-paced combo-based fighting.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.5%, Fighting 40.1% ★, Action 7.9%, Indie 3.6%

Plasma Puncher is an action-brawler taking place at a cellular level! As the last standing white blood cell, you must destroy the virulent army of microbes that invaded the bloodstream, using your bare fists and an assortment of power-ups and special attacks! It's all about punching amoebas into oblivion, baby!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 57.4%, Fighting 17.4% ★, Arcade 8.6%, Action 6.3%, Casual 5.5%

Inspired by the 8-bit games and by the movies from the 80's, your goal is to blow things up, defeat aliens and fight bizarre bosses in this platformer 2D with classic mechanics.

Why similar: Arcade 38.8%, Retro 28.6%, Action 21.3%, Indie 7.8%, Singleplayer 3.5%

A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler

Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.7%, Action 20%, Indie 12.2%, Retro 9%

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 77.5%, Action 12.8%, Indie 9.7%

Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.

Why similar: Arcade 27.5%, Retro 26.7%, Action 22.8%, Indie 13.1%, Casual 6.7%

Big Action Mega Fight! is a classic single player beat 'em up/brawler with a modern twist! Hilarious 2D cartoon combat inspired by Streets of Rage, Final Fight, Turtles in Time and Battletoads. Blast your way through levels filled with luscious art and unforgettable enemies. How fast can you SMASH?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.7%, Fighting 28.9% ★, Action 8%, Indie 4.9%, Casual 3.5%

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: Beat 'em up 86.3%, Action 10.4%, Indie 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Yo Joe! Cobra returns once again with its most fiendish plot yet and it's up to G.I. Joe to defeat them once more! Pick one of the real American heroes, gear up, and get straight into the fight in this retro side-scrolling beat 'em up - and make Cobra RETREAT yet again!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.8%, Fighting 42.5% ★, Retro 5.9%, Action 4.7%

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: Beat 'em up 47.2%, 2.5D 26.4%, Action 10.6%, Casual 8.7%, Retro 4.7%

Inspired by classic Kung Fu films, this passion fueled fighter provides fun 1 vs. 1 gameplay for gamers of all skill levels. Take on the role of one of 14 martial arts stunt masters as you fight to show your style cannot be beat. Fight it out in the Single Player Arcade Mode or Local Two Player VS. Matches.

Why similar: Fighting 84.2% ★, Action 11%, Indie 4.9%

The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.

Why similar: Arcade 49.6%, Action 32.8%, Retro 11.5%, Indie 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%

The sinister Milkman holds the city of San Cruces in his nasty criminal grip, and it’s up to legendary black belt neurosurgeon Dr. Karate and the rest of the Fist Puncher team to deliver old-school justice to the lawless streets.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 80.3%, Action 10.2%, Indie 5.2%, Retro 4.3%

Set in a world after the destruction of humankind, the harsh battle of the combat dog "Pochi" begins. Explore dungeons that change every time you enter, get a wide variety of weapons, and power up your dog! Hunt the evil "WANTED"! Enjoy exhilarating battles casually in this shooting action game.

Why similar: Casual 37.4%, Action 34.5%, Indie 19%, Singleplayer 9.1%

A classic 2D arcade action game animated frame by frame. Survive a fictional pandemic in a city filled with madness and denial.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.8%, Fighting 38.9% ★, Action 5.7%, Casual 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Survive the night. Play as Frank the Werewolf for a wave based cage fight for survival. Tear through a convenience store to fend off a mechanized infantry platoon of mercenaries.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.6%, 2.5D 28.4%, Action 7.7%, Indie 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%

RedEx is a 2D shooter with Tower Defence mechanics, with a minimalist pixel art stile. You are to fight against mercenaries of underground smuggling organization which pretends to be a logistic corporation called RedExpress.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 66.4%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 14.9%, Indie 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Beat everyone in the school and save your beloved girlfriend in this anime-inspired Beat Em Up game!, as Sakura high calls for a new Hero. Will you answer the call and save her?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 71.6%, Retro 9%, Action 8.9%, Arcade 5.7%, Indie 3.6%

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 48.4%, Fighting 40.3% ★, Action 7.3%, Indie 4%

A retro-style arkanoid about fighting aliens to save the mankind.

Why similar: Action 41%, Casual 35.1%, Indie 23.9%

WuJiDaoRen is a physics-based fighting game, that can put you back into the classic Kung Fu films. Play as a mighty hero to challenge the most dangerous villains in the world and bring peace to the people.

Why similar: Fighting 47.3% ★, Beat 'em up 44.2%, Action 5.3%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Get your revenge on the enemy cyborg roller derby gang! Roll and fight through a beautiful neon cityscape as CB, a genetically modified cyborg, bent on getting revenge for her past...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 42.7%, Action 30.6%, Casual 26.7%

The legendary 3D beat 'em up is back: Fighting Force!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 69.1%, Fighting 12.9% ★, Action 9.4%, Retro 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Doggone tired of the typical brawler or tower defense that is all bark and no bite? Then join Alpha and T. Juan on a dynamic adventure that has you battling hordes of baddies and bosses on their mission to save all the Doggos!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 76.2%, Action 9.3%, Indie 5.5%, Casual 3.5%, Retro 3.2%

Street Karate 3 is a thrilling beat 'em up game where you combat numerous foes in unequal duels. Wield improvised weapons, execute powerful strikes wisely, and utilize throws and jumps to conquer challenges. Revive strategically, prove your skill, and emerge victorious!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 46.8%, Fighting 40.6% ★, Arcade 8%, Casual 2.7%, Indie 1.8%

Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo Pocket' aesthetic for a modern fighting game with a retro twist!

Why similar: Fighting 51.8% ★, Beat 'em up 30.2%, Arcade 6.8%, Retro 6.3%, Action 3.9%

Fighters Legacy is a 1 on 1 INDIE CASUAL combat game. No flashy over the top effects, just good old fashioned fisticuffs!

Why similar: Fighting 69.5% ★, Action 19.2%, Indie 11.4%

Maiden Cops is a Beat'em Up full of classic, arcade-style action and ass kicking. Choose among the gorgeous Maiden Cops policewomen, tackle crime in Maiden City and enjoy premium-level pixel art and a breathtaking soundtrack.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50%, 2.5D 28.2%, Retro 8.6%, Arcade 8%, Action 5.1%

Be an action B-movie hero and defeat all your enemies in this intense fighting experience! Stay Dead Evolution is a unique arcade action game based on real life footage.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 83.6%, Action 10.4%, Indie 6.1%

Save the universe in this casual arcade game.

Why similar: Action 39%, Casual 36.3%, Indie 24.7%

Explore an ANGRY city, meet the WORST people, and beat 'em up with STYLE! Pick your fighter, FREEZE TIME, build custom combos, and knock out your enemies, all to save the president.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 70%, Retro 15.9%, Arcade 14%

The Prime Sinister’s reign of chaos has Londoners shaking in their boots! Air-dash, wall-run and rocket-punch your way through garish goons & badass bosses as you use your super-powered gauntlet to bring evil-doers to justice!

Why similar: Fighting 47.6% ★, Beat 'em up 39.6%, Action 9%, Indie 2.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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 67.9%, Action 12.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Retro 6.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

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 80%, Retro 11.1%, Action 6.7%, Casual 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

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 64.8%, Action 11.2%, Arcade 8.7%, Retro 8.4%, Indie 6.8%

Jump back in time and free your inner caveman. Smash heads in this local cooperative platformer game. Play solo or team up with up to 4 players. Inspired by games like New Super Mario, Joe & Mac, Metal Slug and Trine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 71.4%, Arcade 7.2%, Action 6.9%, Casual 5.3%, Retro 4.5%

Battle relentless cyborg police in a grim 23rd century dystopia. Experience fast-paced, bloody combat in this retro-inspired beat-em up, action platformer. Recruit comrades and collect upgrades as you traverse hazardous environs to reach KAPITAL and take down the oligarchs in charge!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 68.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Retro 9.2%, Action 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

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 66.2%, Retro 11.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Action 7.7%, Indie 4.2%

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

Why similar: Fighting 50.1% ★, Beat 'em up 25.4%, Retro 6.2%, Arcade 5.8%, Action 5.3%

REGAIN JUSTICE! Use the divine art BANZAI SHINKEN to restore justice in this old-school arcade-style hard-knuckle brawler!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 66.8%, Action 11.4%, Retro 8.2%, Arcade 7.6%, Indie 6%

One Strike is a 2d fighting game with fast and furious gameplay, memorable characters, and a retro pixelart aesthetic! Choose between one of six unique fighters, travel to medieval Japan’s beautiful pixelated landscapes and fight to become the greatest warrior in history.

Why similar: Fighting 60.6% ★, Action 13.2%, Casual 10.5%, Indie 8.2%, Retro 7.6%

Veteran Combat is a 2D side-scrolling (arcade) fighting game for PC.

Why similar: Action 52.7%, Casual 47.3%

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 78.1%, Action 10.3%, Retro 10.2%, Indie 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.3%

You play a fat kid in school who everyone picks on. Get even with the bullies by beating them up! But be careful not to become one yourself! This story-based comic book style Beat-Em-Up Brawler features Progressive Skill Mastering, 4 Difficulty Settings and tons of stuff to smash!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 41.1%, Fighting 38.4% ★, Action 6.1%, Arcade 5.7%, Retro 5.1%

Time for some 16-bit retro revenge! When his beloved cat gets kidnapped, Max sets out across a zombie-infested California to get him back by force!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 65%, Action 15.6%, Retro 12.4%, Arcade 7%

Fight to clear your name in this action 2D fighting game from Alligator Friends Software! Professional sports and the big ring played a major role in his life. This continued until he was accused of a murder he didn't commit. Once in prison, the hero realizes that it is possible to restore justice..

Why similar: Fighting 89.6% ★, Action 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%

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: Beat 'em up 43.2%, Fighting 42.1% ★, Retro 6.7%, Action 4.6%, Indie 2.5%

METAL BEANS is a 3D Action-Arcade game where you control two desktop buddies in a computer space. Protect the PC from digital threats by charging up your way through virus creatures and upgrading Catbot and Robitz in the system!

Why similar: 2.5D 32.7%, Action 19.7%, Arcade 19.4%, Retro 12.3%, Casual 11.4%