Games like BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

2D tag-team fighting game featuring 2v2 battles with assist characters. It offers fast-paced, kinetic combat with smooth mechanics and gorgeous graphics.

80% positive from 4,648 · 2019 · 21% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · Lowest ever $3.70 (2023-11-24)

2D Fighter Anime FightingActionGreat SoundtrackLocal Multiplayer

Six games like BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late

91% positive from 996 reviews20164% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a 2D fighting game featuring a unique EXS power system. It offers fast-paced combat with a dark fantasy narrative.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique characters and deep combat, often compared to BlazBlue or Guilty Gear.

The catchThis version is superseded by a newer release, with no upgrade path for owners.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Local Multiplayer.

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Lethal League

96% positive from 2,382 reviews2014Deck Verified

This is a fast-paced, competitive projectile fighting game where players hit an accelerating ball. Its core loop involves mastering unique character abilities and timing to defeat opponents.

The catchThe online is dead, so matches rarely fill unless you bring friends.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Local Multiplayer.

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Divekick

84% positive from 1,830 reviews20131% finish itDeck Verified

Divekick is a minimalist, two-button fighting game where players win rounds with a single hit. Its core loop focuses on precise spacing, timing, and outsmarting opponents.

The catchTwo-button design is shallow and repeats within minutes

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Local Multiplayer.

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BlazBlue Centralfiction

95% positive from 4,849 reviews201719% finish itDeck Playable

A 2D anime fighting game with a visual novel story. It features deep combat mechanics and fast-paced battles.

What players likedIt's a deep, unique anime fighter with amazing characters, art, music, and a rewarding story.

The catchOnly long-time veterans remain online, so new players get flattened in most matches.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Great Soundtrack.

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Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code

94% positive from 4,804 reviews20165% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 2D fighting game with three distinct combat styles per character. It features a large roster and offers arcade, versus, training, and online modes.

What players likedIt's a classic arcade fighter with unique three-style mechanics, praised for its snappy combat, music, and visuals, reminiscent of Arc System Works' polish.

The catchThe paid Steam build is an inferior port; the free community edition has the players.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Great Soundtrack.

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GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2

95% positive from 4,631 reviews2017Deck Verified

A 2.5D anime fighting game with 25 characters and refined 3D cell-animation. It features accessible modes for beginners and deep mechanics for experts.

What players likedPlayers say it's like a better version of "Strive" and praise its voice acting.

The catchOnline is close to empty and the players left will crush newcomers.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Great Soundtrack.

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More about BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

What players liked

Players praise its simplified combo system and accessibility, making it a fun, casual 2v2 anime fighter akin to mashing action figures.

The catch

Character movesets are stripped down from the source fighters, so combat feels shallow.

Reviews: 80% positive from 4,648
Released: 2019
Finish it: 21% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: Lowest ever $3.70 (2023-11-24)
Play: Single-playerMulti-playerPvPFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 80% positive, but with 4,648 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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