Games like Fading Afternoon

81% positive from 1,009 reviewsReleased 202331% finish itSteam Deck Playable$19.99

What it is

A narrative-driven beat'em up with branching paths and mini-games, exploring existential themes through open-world city exploration.

What players liked

Players praise its immersive blend of beat 'em up combat, life simulation, and narrative choices, akin to a crime drama RPG.

The catch

The controls are unintuitive and the game barely explains what to do or where to go.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 81% positive, but with 1,009 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Fading Afternoon

Troublemaker

87% positive from 1,131 reviews202341% finish itDeck Playable

Action-adventure beat-'em-up with over-the-top combat and combo-based fighting. It's about fighting your way up the social ladder in high school.

The catchCombat is janky and unresponsive, with counters and hits that often fail to register.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Beat 'em up and Action.

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One Finger Death Punch 2

96% positive from 2,757 reviews201911% finish itDeck Playable

This is a fast-paced, two-button arcade brawler focused on rapid combat and skill progression. It offers quick bursts of intense kung fu action with a unique, fluid fighting system.

What players likedPlayers praise this simple, responsive, and addicting game for its satisfying combat and short-burst, infinite replayability, similar to the first game.

The catchAutomatic flashy animations take control away mid fight and break the rhythm.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Beat 'em up and Action.

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The Legend of Tianding

94% positive from 4,337 reviews202133% finish itDeck Verified

Action-adventure game with fast-paced kung fu combat and a grappling hook mechanic. Explore early 20th century Taipei in a traditional Chinese manga style.

What players likedPlayers praise its memorable comic-book art, engaging story, and fast-paced combat, reminiscent of enjoyable action platformers.

The catchFighting is buried under long unskippable dialogue and dull back and forth fetch quests.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller and RPG.

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First Cut: Samurai Duel

89% positive from 1,952 reviews202410% finish itDeck Verified

This is a high-intensity arcade sword-fighting game with lethal strikes and a refined combat system. It features visceral dismemberment and customization, offering local multiplayer and various game modes.

What players likedPlayers praise its atmosphere, art, and satisfying combat, comparing it to Bushido Blade, Nidhogg, and Karateka.

The catchThe AI reads your inputs instantly and swings faster, so fights feel unfair.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller and Action.

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BLADECHIMERA

89% positive from 1,403 reviews202523% finish itDeck Verified

Action metroidvania with a demon companion sword that manipulates time and objects. Explore a dangerous world, fight demons, and unlock skills.

What players likedPlayers praise BLADECHIMERA as a polished, modern Metroidvania with tight controls, engaging combat, and beautiful pixel art, reminiscent of Castlevania.

The catchLevel design leans on long straight hallways lined with the same repeated enemies.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller 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 RPG.

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