Games like Mr. Shifty

Top-down action game with a one-hit-kill mechanic. Players teleport through obstacles and enemies for fast-paced stealth combat.

88% positive from 1,724 · 2017 · 18% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · Lowest ever $2.11 (2024-07-03)

ActionIndieAdventureTop-Down Beat 'em upSingleplayer

Six games like Mr. Shifty

Redeemer: Enhanced Edition

88% positive from 3,177 reviews201718% finish itDeck Playable

This is a top-down brawler with brutal melee combat and a unique kill system. Players use fists, weapons, and the environment to fight through waves of enemies.

What players likedPlayers praise its solid combat, reminiscent of Arkham, with satisfying power-ups, despite a lack of story depth.

The catchFun early, then devolves into repetitive enemy-spam and tedium

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Top-Down and Action.

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MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics

94% positive from 2,451 reviews20241% finish itDeck Verified

This is a collection of classic arcade fighting and beat 'em up games featuring Marvel and Capcom characters. It offers online multiplayer, co-op, and beginner-friendly features for accessible retro action.

What players likedPlayers praise this collection as a fun, fantastic, and amazing fighting game experience, especially for MvC2 and The Punisher.

The catchThe interface and control setup are clumsy, with remapping and input problems throughout.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Singleplayer and Action.

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Rampage Knights

93% positive from 3,608 reviews20156% finish itDeck Playable

This is a cooperative roguelike beat 'em up with randomized dungeon crawling and hero progression. Players fight monsters in a magical forest and ruined castle, collecting gear and spells.

What players likedPlayers praise "Rampage Knights" as an enjoyable game reminiscent of "Skul: The Hero Slayer" and "Wulverblade."

The catchRuns repeat the same items, rooms and enemies with no progression carrying over.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Action and Adventure.

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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, Action and Adventure.

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The friends of Ringo Ishikawa

89% positive from 3,114 reviews201813% finish itDeck Playable

Existential open-world beat'em up with school sim elements. Explore a town, engage in brawls, and experience a coming-of-age story.

What players likedPlayers praise its melancholic mood and story, comparing it to a life sim where you can beat people up.

The catchIt explains almost nothing, so you wander aimlessly or reach for a guide.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Action and Adventure.

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Full Metal Furies

91% positive from 2,909 reviews201811% finish itDeck Playable

Cooperative action RPG with a unique color-barrier combat system and a Pick 2 quick-switch mechanic for solo play. It emphasizes teamwork and strategic combo attacks.

What players likedPlayers praise Full Metal Furies as an amazing, diverse, and tactical co-op gem with funny dialogue and great art.

The catchEnemies carry colour coded shields that only one specific character can break.

Both are tagged Beat 'em up, Action and Adventure.

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More about Mr. Shifty

What players liked

Players praise the impactful combat and fun level design, enhanced by the quickly recharging teleport ability.

The catch

Frequent crashes wipe your level progress and force a restart from the beginning.

Reviews: 88% positive from 1,724
Released: 2017
Finish it: 18% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: Lowest ever $2.11 (2024-07-03)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 88% positive, but with 1,724 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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