60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Indie, 2D, Local Co-Op.
Defeat the Ninth Legion of the Roman army in this side-scrolling, arcade-inspired beat 'em up set in Roman-era Britain.
The TakeOver
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!
Charlie Murder
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.
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 49.3%, Violent 15.1%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Gore 8.4%, Action 6.2%
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 39.8%, Gore 13.1%, Violent 8.7%, Action 7.7%, Co-op 6%
An old-fashioned beat 'em up with big doses of adrenaline and trippiness, somewhere between the classic style of Streets of Rage and the ultra-violence of Hotline Miami. Set in a cold, ruthless Soviet Union, Mother Russia Bleeds aims to conjure up anxiety, unease, and drug-addled frenzy.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Violent 19.3%, Gore 17.4%, Local Co-Op 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%
"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 50.8%, Local Co-Op 15.7%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action 10.3%, Indie 7%
Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.8%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Action 9.8%, Gore 9.3%
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 39.5%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action 8.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%
Play as the daemon-hunter Baron Dashforth in a side-scrolling co-op brawler set entirely on the grand spectacle of a theatre stage that rewards performance over pummeling. Perform shattering takedowns and reversals!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 51.5%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Action 9%, Indie 6.1%, Adventure 6%
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 41.1%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Side Scroller 12%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 7.4%
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 31.5%, Violent 19.4%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Co-op 7%
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 40.7%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%
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 49.6%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Action 15.1%, Indie 13.5%
Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny. Fight against waves of enemies in the arena to earn coin and fame until you are strong enough to enter the colosseum and become champion.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.2%, Gore 23.3%, Historical 14.2%, Local Co-Op 6.9%, Action 6.2%
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 72.4%, Action 14.3%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Grab your trusty sword, strap on a fearsome helmet, and plunge into the chaotic fray of Viking Squad! In this three player co-op brawler you must put a stop to the wildly mischievous Loki and reopen the gates to Valhalla. Find a friend for local co-op couch play or find a match online!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.1%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 11.3%, Indie 8.9%
Bannerman is a gritty and atmospheric medieval action/adventure with a bleak narrative and focus on historically accurate, challenging skill-based swordfighting!
Why similar: Violent 32%, Gore 24.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 8.5%
LICHTSPEER is an unforgiving fast-paced lightspear-throwing simulator set in an ancient germanic future. Get ready to feel that beloved 80’s arcade rush in this brutal, stylish and psychedelic adventure. Co-op mode for 2 players included!
Why similar: Violent 26.7%, Action 16.9%, Adventure 14.5%, Indie 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%
Samurai Riot is a 2D Arcade-style Beat ‘Em Up game with a unique co-op system. Make deep moral choices throughout the branching storyline with high replay value.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.4%, Action 24.2%, Adventure 20.4%, Indie 17%
Saint Slayer is an NES-style 2D action game, featuring loads of stages, enemies, and gore set against the backdrop of late-17th century Europe. Play as the ex-soldier Rudiger and wield the Spear of Sacrilege as you save the Holy Roman Empire from the corrupt Catholic priest Father Pacer.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.1%, Side Scroller 25.5%, Historical 23%, Action 18.4%, 2D 6%
Shoot, slice and surf on zombies by yourself or with friends. Fight overwhelming amounts of zombies and other monsters summoned by an evil wizard (ooOooOOOo spooky) in an early 1900s London.
Why similar: Violent 29.4%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Co-op 14.3%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 9.8%
Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.6%, Action 10.9%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Adventure 8.1%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%
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 47.6%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Action 10.6%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Co-op 4.7%
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 39.1%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Action 12.5%, Indie 9.1%, Side Scroller 7.3%
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 50.8%, Local Co-Op 16.2%, Action 12.5%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Co-op 5.9%
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 24.9%, Gore 20.3%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Action 8.8%, Adventure 7.5%
Earth’s Dawn is looming and the fate of the planet hangs in the balance! Dive into frantic side-scrolling combat and take the fight to the alien horde before destroying hulking bosses!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33%, Action 25.7%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Indie 17%, 2D 3.6%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.6%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Action 17.2%, Indie 11.3%, Difficult 8.6%
Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.
Why similar: Action 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Adventure 16.9%, Indie 14%, Difficult 13.8%
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 39.8%, Local Co-Op 27.3%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 9%, Co-op 6.4%
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 55.5%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Difficult 9.9%, 2D 3.4%
Aztez is a highly stylized, brutally satisfying beat 'em up set in the world of the Aztec Empire. Take on the role of an elite close combat unit and undergo missions on behalf of the Empire in the turn-based metagame, and fight against warriors and mythological foes alike using 8 unique weapons in real time combat mode.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.2%, Action 27.7%, Indie 14.1%
The Rare Nine - ultrafast and explosive beat 'em up, in which you should break through the darkness and hordes of undead in a giant skyscraper. Also you can enjoy a lot of great chiptune music.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.3%, Violent 17.3%, Action 13.4%, Gore 11.9%, Indie 9.7%
Slain: Back from Hell. A heavy metal inspired arcade combat with puzzle elements and gore galore. Stunning visuals and true old school gameplay accompanied by the most metal soundtrack you've ever heard.
Why similar: Gore 34.6%, Action 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Difficult 9.8%, Violent 8.8%
This is an action game in which players attempt to survive by defeating a number of enemies which appear from the left and right sides of the screen. Use a unique keyboard-banging control scheme for maximum dopamine! Go Berserk, or Die!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 64.9%, Action 17.9%, Indie 6.2%, 2D 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%
Shield Impact is an action survival game where a gladiator with only one shield will be challenged by rising hordes of enemies in an arena in ancient Rome.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 44.4%, Co-op 21.5%, Action 17%, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
A classic arcade hack and slash brought to life with stunning pixel art and a heroic soundtrack. Choose your champion and battle through waves of enemies to stop a dark sorceress from plunging Mercia into eternal darkness.
Why similar: Action 39.9%, Adventure 30.9%, Local Co-Op 27.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler
Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.2%, Action 27.2%, Indie 19.7%, Co-op 8.4%, 2D 1.4%
A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 29%, Action 20.1%, Indie 16.4%, Co-op 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%
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 59.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Co-op 7.6%, Action 6.2%, Side Scroller 6.1%
Dynamic, hardcore and explosive action on the passage with a bunch of weapons, enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Violent 17.7%, Action 17%, Gore 15.4%, Adventure 13.1%, Indie 11.3%
Unforgiving boss fights. Gory pixels. Glorious fast-paced gladiatorial action-combat. Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies.
Why similar: Violent 31.3%, Historical 21.2%, Gore 17.4%, Difficult 11.5%, Action 9.9%
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 65.5%, Action 15.8%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, 2D 4.9%, Local Multiplayer 2.8%
Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology. Ascend Mount Olympus, wrestle the divine powers from the Pantheon of Gods, and save mankind.
Why similar: Action 20.8%, Historical 18.2%, Side Scroller 16%, Adventure 15.6%, Indie 11.9%
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 45.1%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Action 8%, Adventure 6.7%
Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.9%, Action 15.2%, Adventure 13%, Indie 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.3%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action 13%, Difficult 11.3%, Co-op 9.2%
Slash, slash, slash. Sometimes you have to dance, sometimes you have to be precise. "LIBLADE" is a side-scrolling action game where you slash and slash by playing the stick. Use the twin-stick slash action to slash down everything and defeat the strongest enemies that stand in your way.
Why similar: Side Scroller 43.3%, Difficult 26.6%, Action 15.9%, Adventure 12.3%, Singleplayer 2%
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 28.1%, Violent 16.1%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Gore 12.3%, Side Scroller 7.3%
Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive...
Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.7%, Action 13.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Indie 9.6%
Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.
Why similar: Gore 20%, Beat 'em up 15.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Violent 11.8%, Action 10.2%
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 52.5%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Action 10.8%
Fight as Heart, an innocent robot fighting to escape the grip of mindless machines in a future where humans are no more. A fast-paced 3D brawler with roguelike elements set in a colorful yet desolated world.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.4%, Action 14.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Indie 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 8%
Streets Ablaze is a 3D side-scrolling beat em' up inspired by the arcade and console games we played growing up.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 45.5%, Action 14.3%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Adventure 11.7%, Indie 10%
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 36.4%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Co-op 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%
Slash and Dash, raise your army, learn powerful combos and take back your land!
Why similar: Action 41.7%, Indie 25.8%, Adventure 21.3%, 2D 8.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
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: Action 30.9%, Indie 20.1%, Difficult 13.6%, Side Scroller 11.6%, 2D 9.3%
Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.
Why similar: Action 31.6%, Local Co-Op 24.3%, Co-op 18.8%, Adventure 15.7%, Side Scroller 6.7%
Riptale is a challenging 2D roguelike action game aiming to make sword combat be as bloody and impactful as possible. The player collects gems that allow them to execute different attacks in the order of their choosing. All this results in a symphony of combos that fill the screen with blood and guts.
Why similar: Action 23.4%, Adventure 20.3%, Gore 20.2%, Indie 17.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%
