Games like Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons

86% positive from 1,632 reviewsReleased 202330% finish itSteam Deck Verified

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What it is

This is a roguelite beat 'em up with tag-team combat. Players choose two characters to switch between for strategic combos.

What players liked

Players praise it as the best Double Dragon since The Revenge, a competent beat 'em up with fun roguelite elements and diverse characters.

The catch

Co-op is broken, with online that fails to connect and sessions full of desyncs.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 86% positive, but with 1,632 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons

Shank

90% positive from 4,025 reviews201025% finish itDeck Playable

A 2D sidescrolling beat-em-up with a weapon-based combo system and a violent grindhouse feel. It features shooting and slashing through enemies for bloody revenge.

What players likedPlayers praise its fun beat 'em up gameplay and variety of weapons, despite its short length.

The catchCombat is repetitive button mashing against spongy enemies and goes stale fast.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Side Scroller and Local Co-Op.

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Shank 2

82% positive from 3,600 reviews201216% finish itDeck Verified

Shank 2 is a 2D side-scrolling brawler with a fast-paced, brutal combat loop. It features a multi-weapon system and cooperative survival mode.

What players likedPlayers praise its brutal, stylish action as a banger beat 'em up, smoother than its predecessor.

The catchIt is a step down from the first game, with clunky delayed controls and a bad dodge.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Local Co-Op and 2D.

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Fight'N Rage

91% positive from 3,189 reviews20179% finish itDeck Verified

A classic 2D side-scroller beat'em up with local co-op. It features simple controls for complex combos and multiple endings.

What players likedPlayers praise its intuitive controls, fluid hitboxes, consistent art, and engaging progression, feeling like a polished, hidden gem.

The catchDifficulty comes from enemy spam that crowds the screen until your character vanishes.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Local Co-Op and 2D.

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Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara

81% positive from 1,983 reviews201330% finish itDeck Playable

Capcom's two D&D arcade beat 'em ups, Tower of Doom and Shadow over Mystara, with four-player drop-in online co-op, class picking, and House Rules toggles like infinite item durability.

What players likedPlayers praise this compilation of faithful D&D arcade beat 'em ups for its incredible pixel art and online multiplayer.

The catchController support is broken or missing and the keyboard controls cannot be rebound.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Local Co-Op and Action.

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Crazy Flasher Series 2021

88% positive from 2,812 reviews2021Deck Playable

This is a collection of classic 2D action fighting and shooting games. Players engage in combat, acquire weapons, and utilize movement mechanics.

What players likedPlayers praise this collection as a fun, nostalgic return to classic flash games from their childhood.

The catchThe port stutters badly and locks to a tiny window, so the browser version runs better.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Side Scroller and Action.

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Momodora: Moonlit Farewell

92% positive from 3,170 reviews20243% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 2D action-platformer with a focus on melee combat, dodging, and ranged attacks. Players explore a lore-rich world and customize their playstyle through the Sigil system.

What players likedPlayers praise this charming Metroidvania for its great sprite animation, music, and solid exploration, continuing a strong series track record.

The catchCombat is far too easy, with bosses beaten by spamming attack and healing.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, 2D and Pixel Graphics.

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