Games Like Zombie Vikings

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 37.7%, Local Co-Op 25.8%, 4 Player Local 17.1%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for 4-player comedic beat-'em-ups with a distinct art style and chaotic co-op gameplay.

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 54.4%, Action 10.8%, 4 Player Local 10.7%, Local Co-Op 9.1%, Zombies 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as the seed game, it features the same signature punk-rock humor and visceral combat.

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: Vikings 35.9% ★, Beat 'em up 26.2%, Local Co-Op 20.1%, Action 9.8%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A direct thematic match that focuses on side-scrolling combat with a similar Norse-inspired premise.

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 36.2%, Local Co-Op 29.7%, 4 Player Local 16.1%, Action 10.9%, Adventure 7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep co-op mechanics and team synergy that elevate the standard beat-'em-up formula.

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 68.4%, Local Co-Op 21%, Action 6.6%, Adventure 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished 4-player co-op experience that perfectly captures the humor and fast-paced combat of classic brawlers.

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 52.2%, Local Co-Op 21.1%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 9.3%, 4 Player Local 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: An essential 4-player arcade-style beat-'em-up that shares the same vibrant, comic-book-inspired aesthetic.

Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 58.3%, Comedy 15.9%, Action 14.1%, 4 Player Local 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane 4-player action game with a chaotic, hand-drawn art style that feels right at home with the seed game.

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 34.5%, Local Co-Op 20.4%, 4 Player Local 16.7%, Zombies 16.6%, Action 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-inspired beat-'em-up with a dark, comedic edge and 4-player local support.

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 37.7%, Local Co-Op 29.8%, 4 Player Local 18.4%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated 4-player co-op adventure with lighthearted combat and platforming elements.

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: Zombies 37.7%, Beat 'em up 22.3%, Action 16%, 4 Player Local 14.6%, Comedy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game with a strong focus on zombie-slaying and dark humor.

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.3%, Action 13.7%, Comedy 13.3%, Adventure 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features excellent humor, character-driven progression, and satisfying brawling mechanics.

In the land of Vikings a monstrous portal has opened. The Great Old One is plotting to take over the world. Chaos spreads far and wide... and the party's just getting started! Novice Valkyries along with their new mysterious friend set out to save the world. What could possibly go wrong?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.2%, Local Co-Op 29.2%, 4 Player Local 17.2%, Action 8.2%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A thematic match focusing on Norse mythology and arcade-style brawling with unique possession mechanics.

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 50.4%, Local Co-Op 30.6%, Action 11.4%, Adventure 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Mixes classic beat-'em-up combat with roguelike elements for high replayability and chaotic co-op fun.

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 47.7%, Local Co-Op 30.5%, Action 8.9%, Comedy 6.9%, Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A theatrical, comedic beat-'em-up that shares an irreverent tone and focus on performance-based combat.

Asterix & Obelix, return in a new adventure full of slaps! Play as Asterix and Obelix and cross the most iconic landscapes of the saga while facing a host of enemies, in a Beat Them Up filled with action ... and slaps!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.5%, Local Co-Op 25.7%, Action 10.7%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Faithfully captures a comic-book aesthetic and slapstick brawling style that mirrors the seed game's tone.

• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.3%, Action 24.6%, Adventure 20.5%, Local Co-Op 8%, Comedy 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same brand of over-the-top, slapstick humor and challenging co-op chaos.

Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.1%, Local Co-Op 32.9%, 4 Player Local 16.8%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines platforming and brawling with a hilarious, stylized world that rewards exploration and combat mastery.

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 41%, Local Co-Op 24.4%, 4 Player Local 20.2%, Action 8%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Challenging 4-player co-op action with a prehistoric, cartoonish vibe and diverse character abilities.

Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.3%, Local Co-Op 26.8%, Zombies 16.9%, Action 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: 2D side-scrolling action with a focus on co-op survival against hordes of monsters.

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 54.3%, Local Co-Op 35.5%, Action 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, satisfying combat mechanics that fans of the genre will appreciate for its technical depth.

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 30.6%, Local Co-Op 24.7%, Zombies 23.4%, 4 Player Local 13.8%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on zombie-slaying co-op action with a distinct visual style and accessible combat.

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 33%, Local Co-Op 24.7%, Zombies 19.3%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines beat-'em-up mechanics with roguelite progression and a post-apocalyptic setting.

Crash-land in the psychedelic world of Super Cane Magic ZERO, a local co-op Action RPG for 1 to 4 players! Immerse yourself in the mind-bending Story Mode or pummel your friends in 8 local Battle Arenas. Smash! Loot! Eat Rocks! Fight a really big fridge!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 47.6%, 4 Player Local 30.5%, Action 12%, Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features absurdist humor and chaotic local co-op gameplay that feels very similar in spirit.

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 49.6%, Local Co-Op 36.9%, Action 8%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on a classic series that introduces roguelite elements to the traditional brawler formula.

A Fresh and Insane Brawler with Roguelike elements. Lead a fellowship of jackasses abducted by angry aliens and forced to spread chaos into the most famous sports events. Instant fun, Retro Arcade style, for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 47.9%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Comedy 15.3%, Action 15.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same brand of off-the-wall, comedic action and chaotic local multiplayer.

"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 56.6%, Local Co-Op 31%, Action 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic beat-'em-ups with 4-player local support and a nostalgic arcade feel.

There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 61.5%, Local Co-Op 24.6%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the sequel, offering the same charm, humor, and brawling fun.

The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53%, Local Co-Op 26.4%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: Stylized 2D action that matches the visceral, comic-book-inspired violence of the seed game.

Dish out carnage of hellish proportions in Gunnheim, a top-down co-op shooter where the equation is simple: Vikings + Guns = Mayhem!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.8%, Action 30%, 4 Player Local 27.3%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down/side-scrolling hybrid with a focus on Norse-themed violence and co-op play.

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 57.8%, Local Co-Op 23.5%, Action 10.6%, 4 Player Local 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Gritty, intense side-scrolling action for those who enjoy visceral combat and local co-op.

Throw yourself into an epic 3D beat’em up adventure with adorable knights, full of surprising worlds and situations. Grab your buddy and play in 2 player co-op to save the princess, but this is only the beginning!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.7%, Local Co-Op 38.2%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 7.7%

Stick it to the Stickman is a rogue-lite physics brawler where you brutally displace your way up the corporate ladder. Assemble devastating combat portfolios, unlocking new workers and game modes as you increase shareholder value.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 77.5%, Action 22.5%

Zombie Party is a retro rampage of fun and over-the-top action, while still giving the players a deep and engaging Action-RPG Rogue-like experience! Go on a time traveling adventure, or delve deep into procedural dungeons full of gold, loot, and secrets!

Why similar: Zombies 51.5%, Action 28.5%, Adventure 20%

Battle your friends in this free to play game based in the Zombie Vikings universe! With weapons like Blunt Fish Trauma and The Pülverizer for Patient People you'll hack and slash for your life in this brawler game for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 51.5%, 4 Player Local 27.9%, Action 20.5%

Zombie Kill of the Week - Reborn is a challenging, fast paced, 2D survival shooter! Featuring a compelling single player survival mode and cooperative multiplayer for up-to four players, this is one zombie firefight you're not going to want to miss!

Why similar: Zombies 73.5%, Action 26.5%

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 39.6%, Local Co-Op 33.3%, 4 Player Local 19.2%, Action 7.8%

WHO’S THE BOSS? It’s finally you! One big, bad, player-controlled Boss goes against a team of Vikings, each with special abilities. Enter BOSSGARD, a hectic 1v2, 1v3, up to 1v5 bossfight multiplayer game in which you get to crush your friends as THE BOSS.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.6%, Beat 'em up 23.9%, 4 Player Local 22.1%, Comedy 8.7%, Adventure 5.8%

Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 38.6%, Local Co-Op 26.4%, 4 Player Local 16.4%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 8.3%

Control a car full of jerks as they explore cities, recruit weird people, rescue dogs, argue with each other, and face gigantic swarms of slow zombies. Randomly generated for a new story and rare events every time you play!

Why similar: Zombies 45.8%, Local Co-Op 35.8%, Comedy 10%, Action 8.3%

Join your favorite YouTubers on an Epic Quest in PewDiePie: Legend of the Brofist.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 49.2%, Comedy 19.7%, Adventure 16.6%, Action 14.4%

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 42%, Local Co-Op 35.2%, 4 Player Local 13.6%, Action 9.2%

From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43.1%, Local Co-Op 33.7%, Adventure 13.9%, Action 9.3%

A cross-platform, cooperative, multiplayer, zombie death-fest. Slaughter your way through many different maps, game modes and enemies - With tons of weapons and customization options!

Why similar: Zombies 56.8%, Action 23.6%, Adventure 19.7%

Stikbold is a glorious and intense sport which will put your friendships to the test with fast-paced, hard-hitting and occasionally hilariously unfair action! Or play the co-op story mode to unlock the full roster of quirky sporting heroes and earn achievements.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 44.6%, 4 Player Local 21.3%, Action 19.8%, Comedy 8.9%, Adventure 5.4%

Play solo, or grab a friend and embark on a bite-sized co-op combat adventure fighting toy monsters, picking them apart, while you stitch together your uniquely customized Stitchlings!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 43%, Beat 'em up 42.7%, Action 7.6%, Adventure 6.7%

Trash Sailors is a hand-drawn co-op sailing adventure for one to four players. Create the trashiest team in history, in online or local co-op and find your way in the aftermath of a great trash tsunami.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.5%, 4 Player Local 33.1%, Comedy 12.5%, Action 11.9%

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: Action 100%

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 47.5%, Local Co-Op 37%, Action 15.5%

"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 37.3%, Local Co-Op 33.3%, 4 Player Local 15.3%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 6.6%

Annihilate an evil penguin regime in this cinematic platform adventure game offering full solo and co-op campaigns.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 55.2%, Comedy 16.5%, Action 15.2%, Adventure 13.1%

Join forces with Nika, MechaNika, Agatha and the Great Bleeding Pig in this peculiar and crazy mission of destruction of everything that isn't cool.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 53%, Local Co-Op 20%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 13.2%

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 50.5%, Local Co-Op 33.5%, Action 14.1%, Adventure 1.9%

Hey rookie, climb aboard! We're heading for adventure across the North Sea on our reliable Viking ship! Choose from one of the charismatic characters, hire some warriors and engage in bloody battles!

Why similar: Vikings 38.6% ★, Beat 'em up 32.5%, Zombies 16%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 5.6%

Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill

Why similar: Beat 'em up 60.3%, Local Co-Op 24.3%, Action 8.9%, Adventure 6.5%

The classic Gauntlet 4-player co-op action gameplay returns in a completely new experience! Battle the endless hordes of foes as you and your friends fight for treasure and glory via both local and online co-op multiplayer. Invade the Darkness!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 57.6%, 4 Player Local 20.7%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 8%

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: Beat 'em up 28.5%, Local Co-Op 27.7%, 4 Player Local 22.4%, Adventure 12.4%, Action 8.9%